Mercator Upper Ridge Marquette 2017
Upper Ridge Marquette is an elegant red wine made from 100% Marquette grapes and expresses notes of black cherry, anise and integrated oak with chocolate notes and hints of earthiness on the nose. It has obvious freshness yet exhibits a depth of flavor that only optimally- timed aging in mature oak barrels can provide. This wine has a style that is reminiscent of old world Pinot Noir.
- Mercator Vineyards
- Red
- Nova Scotia
- 750 mL
- 12.5% Alc./Vol.
- $22.99
Palate
Unimposing, this red has an ideal weight, freshness and structure that make it both elegant and extremely versatile. There is a persistent black cherry note on the palate, combined with vanilla and hints of leather that is balanced with a moderate tannin expression. The palate expresses a finesse that is often found in old world Pinot Noir.
Notes
The Marquette 2017 is an ideal pairing for lightly seared tuna, salmon, roasted chicken or bbqued pork. This wine has a weight and texture that is extremely refreshing in world of high alcohol, heavily extracted and in your face reds.
Varietals
Marquette
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