Wines made from Merlot grapes of Lake Erie North Shore
Discover the best wines made with Merlot as a single variety or as a blend of Lake Erie North Shore.
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 Ontario
Canada's southernmost VQA (north shore of Lake Erie, ~42 degrees N, Tuscan latitude), ~600 ha with Ontario's highest heat accumulation, sandy-gravelly soils. Riesling signature white king: taut with citrus, white peach, apple, white flowers and mineral touch, vibrant acidity. Spiced Cabernet Franc, supple Merlot and airy Pinot Noir in reds. Signature speciality: golden concentrated icewine (apricot, honey, candied citrus) from early winters.