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Merlot, 2017
Shipped and sold by Bench 1775 Winery
This hand picked merlot from our Osoyoos and Naramata vineyards was harvested in small lots over the month of October as it ripened. The resulting wine is structured and full, with the ability to age for a further 10 years. On the nose, aromas of leather, dried raspberries and lily blossom is followed by raspberry, lemon peel, thyme, sage and spice. The finish is long with fine tannins. We recommend decanting for 30 minutes before serving.
The 2014 vintage was a featured wine in November's Wine Club package, 2018.
Tasting notes written by Tony Aspler.
Name: 2014 Merlot
Geographical Indication: Okanagan Valley, BC
Vineyard: Oxbow Vineyard, BC
Cases Produced: 1,000
Appearance: Deep, dark ruby colour.
Nose: Cedary, blueberry nose with a light floral note backed by oak spice.
Palate: Medium to full-bodied, dry and savoury with dark chocolate and blueberry flavours, well-balanced with nicely integrated oak and finishing on cocoa powder tannins.
Quality: Outstanding quality. 93 points. Great structure. Hold 2 – 3 years.
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Food Pairing: Roasted duck with mole sauce, roasted beets, chicken thighs brushed with lemon and thyme, grilled swordfish with mint-cucumber salad, lamb burgers topped with tapenade and arugula, grilled filet mignon in blue cheese butter.
Comment:
I first met Bench 1775’s viticulturist and winemaker, Val Tait, in 2013 and have been delighted to watch the winery grow and evolve under her care. Every year, their wines achieve new heights of quality and their accolades grow accordingly. It’s no surprise that Bench 1775 is now one of the country’s most esteemed wineries, ranking among the Top 8 wineries of Canada in this year’s National Wine Awards.This is a succulent, jammy Merlot with lovely hints of licorice, black pepper, green herbs, and smoke. Robust tannins balance the flavour palette perfectly. This is a wine to savour – along with your favourite cheeses and charcuterie. Enjoy!
- Jackie McLachlan, Founder, My Wine Canada
