Saddleback Merlot Napa Valley 2016 (750ml) Airén

Saddleback Merlot Napa Valley 2016 (750ml) AirénWinemaker Notes A dark ruby red in the glass, on the nose a good swirl elicits generous aromatics of cassis and black cherry. As usual, a Cab ernet lovers Merlot, with a more supple body, and flavors of Morello cherries and clove. The balanced nature of this Merlot keeps it friendly: red fruit, oak and tannin in harmony create a delectable wine suitable for sipping or food pairings. Pair with hard, yellow cheeses, grilled steaks or lamb, and balances

Aged for 6 months in a combination of stainless steel and French oak to add well integrated aromas of toasty oak to the finished wine

It is characterised by deep

the presence of absinthe and local citrus stand out

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The 2023 Block Nine Cabernet Sauvignon exhibit aromas that gush of warm plum and blackberry fruit flavors

Famiglia Castellani is one of Tuscany's most reliable producers

Bottling was done on Aug

Loosen celebrates this tradition with an Extra Dry Sekt from 100% Riesling

and dark black fruit on the nose

One for sooner drinking to enjoy the youthful opulence but will age too

The elegance

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