Merlot-Sonoma Valley 2016
Merlot-Sonoma Valley 2016
Description
Double Gold, 96 pts (2020 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge)
Silver: (2020 Sunset Magazine International Wine Competition)
Our 2016 Merlot is from Indian Springs Ranch's Block 8. We have blended 1.5% Cabernet Sauvignon from Dry Creek to complement and accent the wine flavors. This is a complex, multilayered wine that opens with flavors of deep black plum followed by delicate layers of black cherry, chocolate, and dried herbs. Oak nuanced hints of cedar, tobacco and leather add to the flavor layers. Aged in French and American oak, the firm tannins and complex fruit make this wine perfect with prime rib or steak. 273 cases produced.
Tasting Notes
Double Gold, 2020 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Competition Silver, 2020 Sunset Magazine International Wine CompetitionVineyard Designation
Indian Springs RanchAwards
Double Gold, 2020 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Competition Silver, 2020 Sunset Magazine International Wine Competition| Vintage | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | Red Wine |
| Varietal | Merlot |
| Varietal Composition | 985% Merlot 15% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Appellation | Sonoma Valley AVA |
| Harvest Date | September 12, 2016 |
| Sugar | 23.8 at Harvest |
| Acid | 6.0g/L |
| PH | 3.74 |
| Aging | 21 months |
| Barrel Aging | 21 months |
| Ageability | 10+ years |
| Bottling Date | July 2018 |
| Residual Sugar | Nil |
| Alcohol % | 14.25 |
| Size | 750 ml |