Korbin Kameron Merlot 2016
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On the nose cola, brandied cherries, anise and cinnamon. On the palate cocoa, mulling spices and espresso.
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2014-
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Moonridge Vineyard is a family endeavor. On a drive through the Sonoma Valley, Mitchell, Jenny along with their children Kristin, Korbin and Kameron - came upon a homestead hovering high above the valley floor, so high that the land lived above the clouds. The house looked over acres and acres of rolling hills, wild with nature. And in that idyllic scene, they saw their dream of working together and creating quality wines from the estate.
After many years of planning, turning, planting and nurturing the land, their first harvest and Moonridge Vineyard was born. The wine brand, Korbin Kameron, is named after their two twins. The vineyard, located on a 186 acre property on Mount Veeder, embodies the best trait of each member of the family: know-how, determination, creativity, vision, compassion and exuberance. Though they are new to the enterprise of winemaking, they have relied upon their acumen and experience in business and fashion to craft quality Bordeaux varietal wines and create lasting family memories.
One of their greatest strengths is to find the expertise and experience of others like a great vineyard manager, Phil Coturri, as well as an experienced veteran winemaker, Bob Pepi, and craft it so that it fits their vision of quality. Most importantly, the family learns and grows together.
With generous fruit and supple tannins, Merlot is made in a range of styles from everyday-drinking to world-renowned and age-worthy. Merlot is the dominant variety in the wines from Bordeaux’s Right Bank regions of St. Emilion and Pomerol, where it is often blended with Cabernet Franc to spectacular result. Merlot also frequently shines on its own, particularly in California’s Napa Valley. Somm Secret—As much as Miles derided the variety in the 2004 film, Sideways, his prized 1961 Château Cheval Blanc is actually a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
Covering the western slopes of the Mayacamas Mountains, facing the city of Sonoma, Moon Mountain District is one of Sonoma’s newest sub-appellations. Here the well-drained, red volcanic and ash soils produce hauntingly intense red wines, mainly from Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varieties.