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Brutocao Cellars produces two different Merlots
from our Bliss Vineyard: our Classic Merlot which
is 100% varietal and our Reserve Merlot which is
blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in new
French oak
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2004 Merlot,
Riserva d' Argento
Estate Bottled (750ml)
Supple yet sinewy. More of the rich black cherry fruit and earthen coffee
flavors than Merlots classic red fruit tones. A 13% inclusion of Cabernet
Sauvignon lends additional structure to an already sturdy Merlot foundation.
Fine tea-like tannin and sweet, smoky oak round out the middle and offer
the promise of cellar age. Deep, rich flavors from the Merlot vineyards of
Brutocao for you.
UNFILTERED
only 325 cases produced
Retail price: $34.00 |
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2005 Merlot, Bliss Vineyards
Estate Bottled (750ml)
Bliss Ranch Merlot blocks generate well ripened black cherry fruit flavors
that share the palate pleasing podium with rich loamy earth, creamy oak and
spice. A balance of classic forward cherry and currant fruit with textured
tannin makes for a captivating oration of terroir, spoken by the Merlot vineyards
of Brutocao to you.
UNFILTERED
850 cases produced
Retail price: $20.00 |
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Gold Medal |
Tasters Guild International |
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Silver Medal |
Dallas Morning News Wine Competition |
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Silver Medal |
Pacific Rim International |
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2003 Merlot, Riserva d' Argento
Estate Bottled (750ml)
Aromas of ripe black cherries and chary oak draw attention
toward the voluminous and visceral varietal offering.
Sweet smoke and dense tannin match with dark cherry, currant
and coffee flavors to highlight the range and richness
of our 2003 Reserve Merlot. Always entertaining hints
of dark chocolate, mint and rich earth make this another
voluptuous visage from the vineyards of Brutocao for you.
15% Cabernet.
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240 cases produced
Retail price: $34.00 |
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90 Points |
Wine Enthusiast |
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