Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits Awards
Ridgeback Merlot
2023 Gold Medal
Ridgeback Wines
VARIETAL:
Merlot () Barrel fermented/barrel matured/wooded (staves, chips or wood rice) 2022 and older
VINTAGE:
2020
MORE INFORMATION:
Intense aromatics of dark plum, mulberry and liquorice with a hint of mint. A generously juicy midpalate is well cradled by ripe tannin and lingering pepper wood spice on the long finish
The bold structure of this Merlot ensures versatility and would pair well with lamb as well a wide range of game, especially ostrich.