Wines made from Merlot grapes of Similkameen Valley
Discover the best wines made with Merlot as a single variety or as a blend of Similkameen Valley.
More informations about the variety Merlot
Round and fleshy reds with a velvety texture, showing aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, cocoa and truffle notes with age. Supple tannins, generous alcohol, indulgent finish. Pillar of Libournais (Pomerol with Pétrus, Saint-Émilion with Cheval Blanc and Ausone) and signature of Super Tuscans, Italian Wales and Washington State. A cross of Cabernet Franc × Magdeleine Noire, France's most planted red variety.
More informations about the region of British Columbia
DVA of southern British Columbia west of the Okanagan, semi-desert climate (days reaching 40 °C, cool nights preserving acidity). Signature reds: peppery Cabernet Franc (raspberry, bell pepper, herbs), firm Cabernet Sauvignon (cassis, cedar), dense Syrah (blackberry, pepper, smoked bacon), supple Merlot (plum, cocoa). Taut Riesling and fruity Gamay Noir on shaded slopes. Floral Pinot Gris, ample Chardonnay.
What are the typical flavors of the Merlot grape variety?
- MicrobioPresent in 6% of Merlot
- VegetalPresent in 5% of Merlot
- Dried fruitPresent in 4% of Merlot
- Tree fruitPresent in 3% of Merlot
- FloralPresent in 2% of Merlot
- Citrus fruitPresent in 2% of Merlot
- Tropical fruitPresent in 1% of Merlot