Brand: Château Mercian
Grapes: Merlot
Vintage: 2018
ABV: 13.5%
Who/What/How:
- Château Mercian have carefully selected vineyard sites in the Yamanashi and Nagano Prefectures. The former is home to indigenous Japanese grape varieties, whereas the latter looks to cultivate international varieties.
Taste:
- If you're a fan of French Merlot, then this Château Mercian Merlot will be a welcome treat. Rich and smooth in the mouth, while absolutely exploding with ripe notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, plum and touches of wild strawberry. Then, the expertly integrated oak shows itself with decadent notes of fresh vanilla on the finish. The flavours are indulgent, but a powerful acidity helps to provide balance in a long finish.