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Why to buy: Forget all you’ve heard about Merlot—thanks, Sideways—there is a reason this grape takes the lead in some of the most expensive wines in the world, most notably from the Right Bank of Bordeaux. Produced in California in small quantities by the Meeker family, this 2006 Handprint Merlot is complex, full-bodied and loaded with bright, cherry pie fruit.
Nose, palate and paring: Exploding ripe cherries! Pour this bottle with a beautifully glazed ham or roasted duck with earthy potatoes.
Backstory: Each label is unique to the bottle—a handprint of the winemaker and the owners— ensuring both wine and bottle are works of art.
Varietals: 100% Merlot
Alcohol: 14.4%
Appellation: Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma, California
Owned and developed by Charles and Molly Meeker since 1984, Meeker Vineyard specializes in award-winning Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay, but this Handprint Merlot is considered their signature wine. Each bottle is touched (literally) by Charlie Meeker, his son Lucas Meeker, or winemaker Matt Blankenheim.
Once your order is processed, your wine will be shipped ground.
We Love This With
Mole and Merlot? You bet. There is an entire day dedicated to the pairing of East L.A. Latino food and Napa Merlot. A glass of this cherry-heavy Meeker alongside a grilled pork rib chop, smothered in a fruity, chocolate-laced mole sauce is seriously good eats.
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- Drink now through 2020
- Store at 50 - 60 F
- Serve at 55 - 65 F
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