2016 Meritage
This signature blend is packed with loads of fruit characters. This year our blend consists of the grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec. We hope you find it "Good as Gold!"
Double Gold medal at Sierra Foothills Wine Competition
Gold medal at Orange County Fair
91 pts Wine Enthusiast Magazine
On the nose there is a touch of cedar and spice that really accentuates the cherry and cassis aromas. On the palate we have dense black cherry and currant flavors given by the Cabernets and textbook blackberry characters from Merlot. Malbec gives a bit of extra weight, and there is a touch of oak on the finish.
On the label: Gold Crystals - Eagles Nest Mine, Placer County, California
| Varietal Composition | 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 7% Malbec |
| Appellation | Calaveras County |
| Aging | 18 months in French oak |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Cases Produced | 146 |
Orange County Wine Competition - Gold Medal
Wine Enthusiast Magazine- 91 points
