Red
Eagle Peak Merlot
California · California Other · United States
Fact sheet
- Type
- Red
- Grape
- Merlot
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California · California Other
- Appellation
- Eagle Peak
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
- Body
- full
- Acidity
- medium
- Tannin
- medium
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
roast red meats · lamb · aged cheeses · pasta with tomato sauce
Rated vintages
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2020
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2019
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2018
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2017
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2016
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201588 pts
Pure and fruity, this medium-bodied wine is supersmooth in texture, quietly flavorful and well balanced. The light acidity and mild tannins are well integrated and support delicious black-cherry and blueberry flavors perfectly.
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201488 pts
This is an appealing, dry, and well-balanced wine, with everything in good proportions. It has lots of fresh cherry aromas, good and deep fruit flavors and a light but tasty layer of toasted, smoky oak.
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2013
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201288 pts
Sweet oak aromas, ripe fruit flavors and a firm texture make a complete and enjoyable package in this full-bodied wine. It has a toasted oak flavor, tasty plum and cinnamon nuances, good acidity and supportive tannins.
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2011