Beringer Main &vine Merlot 2018

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Beringer
Label Name:
 
Main &vine Merlot
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Merlot
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
15-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Vivino user average ~3. 5/5

Tasting Note
Juicy ripe plum and black cherry with currant and mocha notes, subtle vanilla/toasty oak, gentle tannins and a smooth, medium–full body. Approachable and fruit-forward.

Food Pairing
Western: cheeseburgers, roast chicken, lasagna, pork chops, mushroom risotto. Asian: char siu or hoisin pork, teriyaki chicken, beef bulgogi, mild Thai basil stir-fry, Korean BBQ.

Production Method
Produced from California-sourced Merlot; temperature-controlled fermentations, gentle extraction and short oak aging to add toast and roundness; filtered and bottled for early approachability.

Vineyard Info
Beringer, founded in Napa Valley in 1876, produces Main & Vine as an affordable California label offering approachable, fruit-driven wines. Main & Vine sources across California AVAs for consistency and value.