Wente Vineyards, Sandstone Merlot 2021
USA, Central Coast
Merlot, Petite Sirah, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Mourvèdre, Syrah
Price category: $$$
Description
Our 2021 Sandstone Merlot is supple and beautifully balanced, showcasing aromas of ripe red cherry and plum that are complimented by creamy oak notes of sweet caramel and vanilla bean. Additional notes of white pepper, cardamom, and graphite provide more complexity and continue to develop as the wine breathes in the glass.
Awards
91 pts The Tasting Panel Magazine
Certifications
Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
dry
1.74 g/l residual sugar
6.3 g/l acidity
3.66 pH
Bottle weight (empty)
Size: 0.750l
Closure: Natural cork