Description
Critical Acclaim — Vintage 2021
- Wine Enthusiast 94 Points | Deep, dark and tempting core of black fruits and oak spices, surrounded by the velvety, welcoming texture expected from a Merlot. Blackberries, blueberries, toasted wood and cedar bring complexity on the palate and linger on the finish. Best through 2030.
- Wine Spectator 88 Points | Tightly structured and focused, displaying red and black currant flavors laced with notes of cedar and herbes de Provence as this builds toward firm tannins. Best after 2024. 2,427 cases made.
Winemaker Description
The 2021 Alexander Valley Merlot offers notes of violets, marionberries and fresh plums with hints of black cardamom pods, cedar, green tobacco and white sage. Medium-to-full bodied with silky smooth texture and supple tannins.
Food Pairings
- Braised short ribs or lamb chops
- Roasted duck or herb-crusted pork tenderloin
- Aged cheddar, Gouda, or mushroom-based dishes
Product Details
- Producer: Matanzas Creek Winery
- Grape: Merlot
- Appellation: Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California
- Vintage: 2021
- Format: 750ml
