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Tinhorn Creek Merlot, Okanagan Valley BC
91 Points

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Region: British Columbia Oliver
Vintage: 2014
Price:
BC: $20.49
Winery: $20.49

BC CSPC: BC CSPC Code -530725
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WineScores' Review

Outstanding, plumcake, mocha.
This Merlot was cellared for 14-18 months in a mix of French, American and Hungarian oak barrels, for malo-lactic fermentation and then aging before bottling.
I have to say this vintage stands out for me, the highest score I've given this wine. The season was hot and dry but with a nicely cooling October, for harvest.
The nose offers plumcake, patchouli, baking spices and vanilla with dried flowers. It is fleshy with generous and concentrated fruit; sweet spice, licorice, vanilla and mocha with a distinct sprinkle of fleur de sel.
Pair:: Beef, lamb, hearty pastas, stews, gourmet thin-crust pizzas



 
Recommended Pairings
Rich Meats , Cheese - Soft/Creamy, French Food


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Wine Scores reviewed - 2016-11-21 11:55:37.0

 

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