Merlot Malbec Blend
Varietal: Red Blend
Tasting Notes:
Blackberry and black cherry aromas with hints of mint and oak spice, bright blueberry and blackberry flavors, with vibrant acidity, excellent balance and lush mouthfeel. Finishes with waves of bright fruit and oak spice.
Pair with: Smoked tri-tip with a huckleberry glaze, elk medallions with a smoked mushroom risotto or a decadent chocolate torte with a raspberry glaze
Specs
| Composition Notes | 40% Merlot, 60% Malbec |
| Vineyards | Huston Estate Vineyard, Skyline Vineyard, Sawtooth Vineyard, Williamson Vineyard |
| Release Date | 2024 |
| Cases Produced | 116 |
| Growing Season Notes | A cool, wet spring delayed bud break and slowed the start of the growing season. Summer brought warm and dry conditions mixed with well-timed rains, allowing for ideal ripening. Cool fall nights helped the grapes retain natural acidity and ensured an excellent harvest, with concentrated flavors and well-balanced wines. |
| Composition Notes | 50% Merlot, 50% Malbec |
| Vineyards | Huston Estate Vineyard, Sawtooth Vineyard |
| Release Date | 2020 |
| Cases Produced | 106 |
| Growing Season Notes | 2018 Huston Vineyards Merlot 50% Malbec 50% Blend is a limited production wine crafted from grapes grown in the Snake River Valley AVA. The definitive characteristics of the Snake River Valley AVA begin with high elevation vineyards and dramatic temperature fluctuations during the growing season. Long days of intense sunlight coupled with cool nights brings forth intense fruit flavors balanced with rich structure and lingering tannins. |
| Composition Notes | 50% Merlot, 50% Malbec |
| Vineyards | Williamson Vineyard, Skyline Vineyard |
| Release Date | January 2019 |
| Cases Produced | 125 |
| Growing Season Notes | 2016 Huston Vineyards Merlot 50% Malbec 50% Blend is a limited production wine crafted from grapes grown in the Snake River Valley AVA. The definitive characteristics of the Snake River Valley AVA begin with high elevation vineyards and dramatic temperature fluctuations during the growing season. Long days of intense sunlight coupled with cool nights brings forth intense fruit flavors balanced with rich structure and lingering tannins. |
