Winery Grande River VineyardsMeritage Red
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 4 varietals which are the Cabernet franc, the Cabernet-Sauvignon, the Malbec and the Petit Verdot.
This wine generally goes well with pork, poultry or beef.
The Meritage Red of the Winery Grande River Vineyards is in the top 20 of wines of Grand Valley.
Food and wine pairings with Meritage Red
Pairings that work perfectly with Meritage Red
Original food and wine pairings with Meritage Red
The Meritage Red of Winery Grande River Vineyards matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork such as recipes of pasta al forno (baked pasta), oven-baked lamb stew or pork colombo.
Details and technical informations about Winery Grande River Vineyards's Meritage Red.
Discover the grape variety: Cabernet franc
Supple, fragrant reds with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, showing raspberry, violet, green pepper, pencil lead and gentle spice aromas. Star of the Loire as a single variety (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny) and of the right bank of Bordeaux in blends (Cheval Blanc at 60%). Also in semi-dry Anjou rosés. A historic Bordeaux variety, parent of Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Meritage Red from Winery Grande River Vineyards are 0
Informations about the Winery Grande River Vineyards
The Winery Grande River Vineyards is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 21 wines for sale in the of Grand Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Grand Valley
Colorado's flagship AVA around Palisade and Grand Junction, high-altitude vineyard (1,200-1,430 m) with a dry climate and strong day-night swings. Signature structured reds. Firm Cabernet Sauvignon with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, dried herbs and spice, solid tannins and sun-drenched palate. Supple Merlot (plum, cherry), bright peppery Syrah.
The wine region of Colorado
American Far West vineyard at extreme altitude (1,200-2,000 m), among the highest in North America. A dry continental climate with strong thermal swings signing tension and freshness. Firm Cabernet Sauvignon reds with signature notes of blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar and menthol, tight tannins. Round, fruity Merlot (plum, cocoa), peppery Cabernet Franc.
The word of the wine: Extra raw
Champagne dosed between 0 and 6 grams of sugar (see dosage liqueur).
