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Grgich Hills Estate Merlot 2018 Wine Review

Grgich Hills Estate Merlot 2018

Grgich Hills Estate Merlot 2018

Napa Valley, California, United States

Community Score:90/100

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Price: $67.95

Drink: 2022-2028

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine

Organic wine


Winery: Grgich Hills Estate

Agent: Rogers & Company

Natalie's Score: 90/100

Grgich Hills Estate 2018 Merlot is produced from estate grown grapes from a Demeter certified biodynamic winery. Rich on the nose with spiced plum, cherry, sweet dried tobacco leaf, earthy and cedar brush spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Pour with an equally juicy roast of pork. Drink or hold.

Merlot food pairings: rack of lamb, braised beef, bison steaks.

Luscious Lamb Wine

This Grgich Hills Estate Merlot 2018 was reviewed on September 24, 2022 by Natalie MacLean

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