Thirty Bench Winemaker's Blend Meritage 2011 Wine Review

Thirty Bench Winemaker's Blend Meritage 2011

Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A.,, Canada

Community Score:91/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $26.95

Drink: 2012-2017

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.6%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine

Winery: Thirty Bench

Agent: Andrew Peller Limited

Natalie's Score: 89/100

A superb Ontario red wine that takes its lead from Bordeaux in the grape blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Although the 2011 vintage is overshadowed by 2010 and 2012, this wine performs admirably well. Classic aromas of blackcurrant, cassis and some herbal nuances with toasty oak on the finish. Polished tannins, mouth-watering acidity: perfect for lamb with rosemary.

Blend Meritage food pairings: grilled red meats prepared medium-rare to rare; two to four year old Canadian cheddar and crusty baguette; rich beef stews; leg of lamb.

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This Thirty Bench Winemaker's Blend Meritage 2011 was reviewed on June 7, 2014 by Natalie MacLean

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Dianne Fisher - Sommelier, ISG rated this wine as 94/100 with the following review:

This is a blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc that has been hand harvested. I am really impressed with the structure of this wine and its price point at $24! Full and mouth coating with notes of black cherry, currant, chocolate and spice.
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Thirty Bench Winemaker's Blend Meritage 2011 Wine Review

Natalie's Score: 89/100

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