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Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery Cabernet Merlot 2013 Wine Review

Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery Cabernet Merlot 2013

Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery Cabernet Merlot 2013

Niagara Escarpment, Ontario VQA, Canada

Community Score:88/100

Community Reviews: 5

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Price: $14.95

Drink: 2015-2018

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Peninsula Ridge

Agent: PMA Canada Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 87/100

A pleasant, full-bodied, smooth Niagara red wine blend of Cabernet and Merlot grapes. Aromas of sour black cherry and spice. Pair with grilled chicken.

This Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery Cabernet Merlot 2013 was reviewed on January 31, 2016 by Natalie MacLean

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Lori Kilmartin WSET3 - WSET3 Sommelier rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

This is a smooth full bodied red with velvety tannins and lots of ripe fruit. Aromas of blackberry and leather, with a touch of vanilla. A great priced wine for a summer bbq with a crowd! Share it with your family and friends.
Matt Steeves - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

Smoky dart fruit, cedar, and touch of pepper on the nose and palate. A great wine to enjoy with full flavoured BBQ fare and at under $15, this offers great value making it a top choice for pouring with large gatherings or on Tuesday evenings when you just need a glass of great wine! Tasted January 2016. 88 points. Matt Steeves - www.quercusvino.ca
Nick Onischuk - Accredited Sommelier rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

The Peninsula Ridge Cabernet Merlot 2013 is a good value wine. Dark cherry, dark berry fruit, earthiness and pepper. Tasted January 31, 2016 (88/100)
Pamela Chiles rated this wine as 87/100 with the following review:

Full-bodied, a little rough around the edges, but thoroughly enjoyable with a charcuterie plate. Black cherry, leather, woodsy notes predominate. Quite respectable at this price point.

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