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Quipster
California
A plush and opulent award-winning California Merlot
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Quipster
Merlot
In the famous 2004 movie Sideways, one of the characters chastises the Merlot grape, saying to a group “If anyone orders Merlot, I’m leaving!”. Winemakers disagree completely, and unanimously agree that the movie got it all wrong. Merlot is a beautiful varietal known for its full-bodied texture and soft fruit profile. It is celebrated in Bordeaux as a noble grape but also thrives in California. With a continental climate of warm sunny days and cooler temperatures at night, California’s vast terroirs are idyllic for grape growing. The majority of the rainfall occurs outside of the growing season, but also can cool down the heat spikes that often occur just after bud break in the spring. This wine in particular is plush and opulent. Dark-fruit flavors are complemented by notes of dried herbs and easy, velvety tannins round out the mouthfeel making every sip linger. This Merlot will shin ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Quipster
Merlot
In the famous 2004 movie Sideways, one of the characters chastises the Merlot grape, saying to a group “If anyone orders Merlot, I’m leaving!”. Winemakers disagree completely, and unanimously agree that the movie got it all wrong. Merlot is a beautiful varietal known for its full-bodied texture and soft fruit profile. It is celebrated in Bordeaux as a noble grape but also thrives in California. With a continental climate of warm sunny days and cooler temperatures at night, California’s vast terroirs are idyllic for grape growing. The majority of the rainfall occurs outside of the growing season, but also can cool down the heat spikes that often occur just after bud break in the spring. This wine in particular is plush and opulent. Dark-fruit flavors are complemented by notes of dried herbs and easy, velvety tannins round out the mouthfeel making every sip linger. This Merlot will shin ...
WINE REGION:
California
California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.
WINE REGION
California
California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Flank Steak, Short Ribs, Smoked Brisket
Pairs well with…
Flank Steak, Short Ribs, Smoked Brisket
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Flank Steak, Short Ribs, Smoked Brisket
Pairs well with…
Flank Steak, Short Ribs, Smoked Brisket
TASTING NOTES:
Cloves
Black Cherry
Blackberry
Rich dark fruit flavors of black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, and blackcurrant meld together alongside notes of dried bay leaf, clove, and mocha. Velvety, plush tannins hit the back end of each sip, making the delicious fruit-forward flavors linger on the palate.
TASTING NOTES
Cloves
Black Cherry
Blackberry
Rich dark fruit flavors of black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, and blackcurrant meld together alongside notes of dried bay leaf, clove, and mocha. Velvety, plush tannins hit the back end of each sip, making the delicious fruit-forward flavors linger on the palate.
AWARDS:
Quipster
10 TOTAL AWARDS
90 Points, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Gold Medal, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Silver Medal, 2021 West Coast Wine Competition
AWARDS
Quipster
10 TOTAL AWARDS
90 Points, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Gold Medal, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Silver Medal, 2021 West Coast Wine Competition
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Quipster
Oh, you witty one! Just how do you do it?! Provoking and light-hearted, you genuinely have a rare gift. Quipster epitomizes the joy of laughter and making the best of a moment. Unlike your houseguest, Quipster is the companion you will never get tired of.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Quipster
Oh, you witty one! Just how do you do it?! Provoking and light-hearted, you genuinely have a rare gift. Quipster epitomizes the joy of laughter and making the best of a moment. Unlike your houseguest, Quipster is the companion you will never get tired of.