WINEMAKER'S NOTES

Simi Winery Merlot expresses the perfect combination of our vine-specific vineyard care and the meticulous attention paid to the details in the vineyard. The lavish attention each vine receives allows Simi’s winemaking staff to practice winemaking with very minimal manipulation, resulting in wines that are true expressions of the diversity of Sonoma County.

Sonoma County’s cool mornings and warm afternoons combined with unique characteristics of soil, slope and sunshine make Simi Winery Merlot elegant and balanced with pleasing hints of clove, cocoa and violets.

THE WINE
Appearance:  Ruby red
Aroma:  Bright red cherry and blackberry fruits layered with vanilla, cedar and cocoa
Flavor:  Expressive cherry and cranberry fruits with medium body and a round, balanced tannin structure

VINEYARDS
Appellation:  Sonoma County

WINEMAKING DETAILS
Winemaker: Steve Reeder
Varietal composition:  95% Merlot, 3% Malbec, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon
Oak Aging:  13 months in 12% new French and 4% new American
Total acidity:  5.9/l
pH:  3.58
Alcohol:  13.5%
Release Date: February 2007

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