Reviews & Ratings

2020 Merriam Vineyards Red Blends or Varietals "Right Bank Red Wine"

Winery: Merriam Vineyards

Vintage: 2020

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Right Bank Red Wine"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 65% Merlot, 15% Malbec, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon & 5% Petit Verdot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Russian River Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $84

Cases produced: 150

KWG Score: 90.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: November 25, 2024

Wine Review: This hazy dark ruby colored Merlot based blend from Merriam opens with a pencil shavings and red plum bouquet with hints of Dr Pepper, red currant, and forest floor. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, very smooth, refined, and caressing. The flavor profile is gentle boysenberry and stone dust blend with notes of cedar and pomegranate. We also detected hints of red plum and green tea. The finish is dry, its well-managed moderate resolved tannins drift away nicely. The Tasting Panel would pair this red blend with pan seared veal loin chops. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: The 2020 Right Bank opens with dark, alluring aromatics reminiscent of black plum, cranberry and brambly boysenberry pie with accents of cardamom, clove, cedar, and a hint of vanilla. With lush, juicy layers of tantalizing dark berry fruit and a lovely core of Russian River Valley energy, this wine captures the essence of Eastern Hills Merlot. The palate is rich and luxurious, full-bodied with velvety tannins and flavors of dark cherry, pie crust, cocoa nibs and fig compote gliding to a bright, elegant finish.

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