> 2004 Merlot, Heritage Reserve

2004 Merlot, Heritage Reserve

2004 Merlot, Heritage Reserve

Our “Heritage Reserve” Merlot features the Sangiacomo family’s “Donnell Ranch” in Carneros, just a stone’s throw north of our own Schug Estate vineyard. This vineyard teams up with the Ricci vineyard in Carneros to show what cool-climate Merlot is all about. The extremely long, cool Carneros growing season allows the fruit to ripen slowly developing maximum varietal character and depth of flavor while retaining bright acidity. It has a smoky, ripe cherry bouquet with hints of roasted coffee, a deep color and full-bodied flavors of cherry, cassis and chocolate. Try it now with lamb, duck and rich cheeses, or age it for 5 to 7 years.

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Available in 750ml, Magnum, Jeroboam and Imperial.


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Detailed Wine Information

Acidity:0.76
Alcohol:13.5%
Appellation:Los Carneros
Sub-Appellation:92% Carneros 8% Sonoma Valley
Fermentation:14 days in stainless steel tanks, pumped over three times daily
Harvest Date:September 3rd through September 23rd, 2004
Release Date:April 01, 2008
Sugar:24.2 Brix
Year:2004