La Ronciere Licanten Idahue Estate Merlot 2017 (750ml) Judean Hills

La Ronciere Licanten Idahue Estate Merlot 2017 (750ml) Judean HillsLocated 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean, La Roncieres ambitious 500 acre Idahue Estate is their vision for the future. Prevailing coastal breezes, abundant sunshine, and rolling hills of ancient soils culminate in a privileged climatic and geological landscape. Years of research and a forward looking approach drove the successful effort that saw Licanten granted D. O. status in 2018. The regions potential is just being unlocked, and already the wines

this wine shows lovely aromas of crushed red cherries and plum fruit

Full-bodied with very polished and beautiful tannins that give the wine depth and length

give this singular yet also classic

Smooth and dry on the palate

which is regulated at a

The unique blend of Favorita

a long and lovely autumn with the first rainfalls of winter amid plenty of sunny days

refreshing acidity and savory

I often find the term "Unoaked" as a marketing play for a style of winemaking

from the background of herbs

well-balanced structure

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