Smoking Loon Merlot 2017

Our 2017 Smoking Loon Merlot shows fruit-forward characteristics with dark berry fruit, hints of cedar and a soft, balanced structure. The distinct natural barriers, abundant sunshine and cool temperatures of the Chilean region help to maintain healthy growing conditions and allow the wine to develop fresh fruit characteristics and crisp acidity.

This Merlot is dark garnet in color and has aromas of fresh basil, blueberries, and Bing cherries. With good richness without being too heavy on the palate, the flavors of fresh cherry pie, sweet plum, and soft cinnamon spiked cranberry dressing finishing with notes of rich, vanilla French oak and delicate cherry and strawberry flavors.

The varied, balanced flavors in this red wine open up a variety of possible food pairings. Try our Smoking Loon Merlot with a bowl of angel hair pasta and homemade marinara sauce, or with lamb or pork sausage with sage and dill on an Italian roll.