Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Merlot 2014

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Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate

Varietal: Merlot

Vintage: 2014

Country of Origin: California

Appellation: Alexander Valley

Retail Price: $24.99

Tasting Notes: The Alexander Valley AVA has been compared to Bordeaux in terms of growing conditions, and this vintage continues a 30-year tradition for producing classic, rich, full-bodied Merlots. Winemaker Kevin Hall has crafted a beautiful wine with rich, juicy black fruit flavors with hints of pepper and spice. Fifteen months in oak has added a rich structure. The end result is silky elegance with a long lingering finish. A wine unfazed by fads that has stayed true in style for those who truly appreciate Merlot.

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FIVE STARS
*****
92-100
A Top-flight wine. Superior in taste and character and providing an outstanding price/value relationship.

FOUR STARS
****
86-91
A very good wine and an excellent value. A wine for which customers will keep coming back.

THREE STARS
***
80-85
An above-average wine, at a reasonable price point, which many customers enjoy.

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Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Merlot 2014