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Jaqk Cellars 'Black Clover' Merlot 2006

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Winery:
JAQK Cellars
Varietal:
Merlot
Region:
USA > California > Napa
Type:
Red Wine
Drink Dates:
Drink Now - 2014
UPC:
895957002029

User Tags:  superb, black 


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Merlot has gotten a bad rap as of late but there is no denying the wine's appeal. Packed with deep, dark berry fruit and nuanced hints of cocoa, herb and earth with a soft structure. Its velvety texture makes Merlot instantly appealing and an obvious alternative to similar, more tannic Bordeaux varieties.

Winemakers Notes

Black Clover's taste is defined by a spherical texture, creamy concentration, fine-grain tannins, finesse. You'll find aromas of exotic blueberry, black cherry, black olive, integrated oak, lavender, earthy, orange peel, rose water, vanilla.. Vineyard notes: All of the grapes for the ’06 Black Clover were grown in the southern half of the Napa Valley where the relatively cool temperatures allow for well-structured yet soft wines. Brighter fruit character from the northern-most vineyards and dark fruits from the more southerly vineyards. Softer, higher acidity from the read more...

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Snooth User: zuke222
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Another superb Jaqk wine...I love the Black Clover!


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Wine Tasting NotesExotic blueberry, black cherry, black olive, integrated oak, lavender, earthy, orange peel, rose water, vanilla. Spherical texture, creamy concentration, fine-grain tannins, finesse.


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