{"product_id":"dalton-estate-merlot-kosher-2023-750ml","title":"Dalton Estate Merlot Kosher 2023 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlush Upper Galilee Merlot with ripe dark fruit, spice and silky texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDalton Estate Merlot 2023 is a rich, approachable expression of Merlot from Israel’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpper Galilee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one of the country’s most important premium wine-growing regions. Generous and polished, the wine combines ripe fruit with gentle oak influence, delivering the supple texture and inviting character that make Merlot such an appealing and versatile red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep purple in color, the wine opens with expressive aromas of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eripe plum, black cherry and dark berries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complemented by notes of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eclove, fruit preserves and subtle vanilla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The palate is smooth and fruit-driven, with juicy cherry and plum flavors framed by soft tannins and gentle spice. Aging in seasoned oak adds complexity without overwhelming the freshness of the fruit, leading to a balanced, lingering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Merlot grapes are sourced from vineyards in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpper Galilee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and selectively harvested at optimal ripeness. Following fermentation, the wine is transferred to second- and third-use barrels for aging for up to a year. The restrained use of oak allows the varietal character and Galilee fruit to remain at the forefront.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlum • Black Cherry • Dark Berries • Clove • Vanilla • Baking Spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully versatile red for the table. Pair with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeef brisket, roast chicken, grilled meats, lamb, casseroles, lasagna, mushroom dishes, burgers or aged cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its plush fruit and soft tannins also make it enjoyable on its own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent choice for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosh Hashanah table\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and other holiday gatherings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Upper Galilee, Israel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry Red Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKosher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMevushal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKosher for Passover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"67Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52386356789531,"sku":"210000060536","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/DaltonMerlot.png?v=1788472372","url":"https:\/\/67wine.com\/products\/dalton-estate-merlot-kosher-2023-750ml","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}