This is without a doubt the lightest colored bottle of Meritage that’s ever crossed my desk. I’ve seen wines that call themselves rosé that are three or four shades darker. That said, it’s certainly not light on flavor or fragrance, presenting itself like fine Bordeaux. Blackberry, vanilla, black cherry, dry earth and lively spice and chocolate mix well together on a bright palate that intensifies in the long finish. Nicely done! A Platinum Award winner at the 2016 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.
