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Raphael Merlot 2005

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Raphael Merlot (2005)

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Winery:
Raphael
Varietal:
Merlot
Region:
USA > New York > Suffolk County > Long Island
Type:
 
Color:
Red
Drink Dates:
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User Tags:  fruity, berry, normal, finest, estate, transparent, harvest, concentrated, wine cocktails, warm 


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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.

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The 2005 vintage was the driest growing season on Eastern Long Island in almost 60 years. Rainfall from May through October 1 totaled approximately 7 inches - the average for the region during this same period is approx. 15-19 inches. The dry conditions combined with steady, warm temperatures provided us with extremely ripe and concentrated fruit and a harvest season that began 2 weeks earlier than normal. Late season rains did little to affect fruit composition. We believe the 2005 vintage will be recognized as one of Long Island's finest - clearly the best wines we have made since 2001. read more...


 

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