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Laventa Merlot Grand Selection 2006

Лавента Мерло Гранд Селекшън 2006
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Laventa
Country:
Bulgaria (България) 
Vintage:
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2006
Variety:
Merlot (Мерло)
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18 Jul 2008
Winemaker's notes:
This wine is selected from the best vintage barrels in the region of Lyubimets and Svilengrad. Characterized by a deep Garnet-red colour. The nose is intensive, spicy, dominated by black forest fruits and spices. The palate is firm, dense and rich, with mild character and chocolate nuances. The finish is memorable, of velvet tannins and accents of black berries, spices and cocoa.

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    How to drink it
    Food: Chicken, Chicken Smoked, Couscous, Duck, Ham, Lamb (Grilled, Broiled), Pasta with Tomato Sauce, Pasta with Vegetables, Pizza, Quiche, Rabbit, Sausage, Spicy Chinese, Steak (Grilled, Broiled), Tuna, Turkey, Veal
    Cheese: Gouda, Gruyere, Pecorino Toscano
    Temperature: 16-18 °C
    Wine aging
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    1solaris
    23 Mar 2009