NOTES: The 2003 vintage Cellar
Reserve Merlot was made from grapes
grown on the Rising Star Vineyard
located approximately 30 miles southeast
of Abilene, Texas. This is the second
vintage the Rising Star Merlot has been
selected for our Reserve program. The
2003 vintage is heavier in body than
previous vintages, and is a richly
textured wine.
Merlot is one of the distinguished
varieties used in the blending of French
Bordeaux, and is among the most
extensively planted red varieties across
the USA. Merlot is renowned for its
berry-like aroma and soft, round
tannins.
Serve this elegant wine with roast pork,
or beef, most steaks, or Italian dishes
that favor a marinara sauce. |