Grand Admiral Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon

Vintage 2016
by 46 Parallel
Varietal Merlot
Color red
Region Basarabia
Country Ukraine
Medal Score
15.0
6 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black plumcedardark chocolatetobaccoviolet
Palate

Medium-plus body with ripe, rounded tannins and fresh acidity that frames a silky, plush texture.

Finish

Long, polished finish echoing with blackberry, cocoa powder and a hint of graphite.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled rib-eye with herb butter
  • • lamb shank braised in red wine
  • • aged gouda
  • • mushroom and truffle risotto
  • • char-grilled eggplant with pomegranate
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2030

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold Wine & Spirits Ukraine International Competition 2023
Gold Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2021
Silver London Wine Competition 2021
Silver Wine Guide Ukraine 2020
Silver Wine & Spirits Ukraine International Competition 2020
Bronze Wine Guide Ukraine 2021

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