Light, Herbal & Oaked
Aromas of violets, red cherry & blackberry with pronounced green leafy tobacco herbs.
Flavors of light red cherry, plum & green herbs & sometimes spicy finish. Warmer vintages add more black fruit flavors.
Oak usage varies from old wood to new barrique which adds vanilla & baking spice.
Becoming an important varietal but most often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot to add complexity.
A key grape for Meritage/Bordeaux labeled Blends.
Often comes from...
New York State Finger Lakes, New York Long Island, USA, Colchagua Valley & Cachapoal Valley Chile
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