Reviews & Ratings

2017 Merriam Vineyards Rose "Rose of Pinot Noir"

Winery: Merriam Vineyards

Vintage: 2017

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Rose of Pinot Noir"

Wine Category: Rose

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Russian River Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $22

Cases produced: 190

KWG Score: 90 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: May 2, 2018

Wine Review: This coral colored wine from Merriam is very good. It opens with a mild watermelon and wet stone bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied and nicely balanced between its acidity and fruit. The flavor profile is a mineral influenced light strawberry and red cherry blend with a hint of a clove spice drop. The finish is dry and pleasantly refreshing. This Rose is very food friendly and terrific summer option to consider. A second glass is a must and I would pair it with bacon wrapped shrimp. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: I love the beautiful salmon color of this wine. It has soft, subtle aromas of fresh cut wildflowers, rose water, strawberries and wet stone. This wine is earthy-but-elegant with hints of watermelon and raspberry lemon candy. The only thing it’s missing is a sunny day on the patio.

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