2003 Merlot

The ZMV Merlot is dry and fruity. It contains hints of berry, cherry, spice and earth. We have blended 4 additional varietals into this wine to give it a very special taste. This is a big wine with old world flavors and a good balance of body and tannins that goes well with steak and your heavier meals. Although we enjoy this wine now, you may lay it down for many years and it will continue to improve.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

GRAPE COMPOSITION: 75% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Barbera, 5% Sangiovese and 5% Syrah

VINEYARD LOCATIONS: Calaveras County

AGING: 18 months in French and American oak

PRODUCTION: 87 cases

CHEMISTRY: Ph: 3.51, Total Acidity: 5.9 g/l, Alcohol: 13.8 %