Pelee Island Cellar Series Meritage

Discover Pelee Island Cellar Series Meritage, dark garnet in colour, this classic Bordeaux-style red blend opens with beautiful aromas of black raspberries and currants. On the palate, rich cocoa flavours emerge alongside a delicate hint of tobacco, creating an inviting combination of dark fruit and savoury complexity.

Crafted from three classic Bordeaux grape varieties, Cellar Series Meritage 2018 brings distinctive character to every glass.

• Colour: Dark Garnet
• Aromas: Black Raspberries, Currants
• Flavours: Cocoa, Subtle Tobacco
• Style: Dry, Bordeaux-Style Red Blend
• Grape Blend: 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc
• Vintage: 2018

Enjoy it with:

• Tender cuts of prime rib
• Roasted lamb with rosemary
• Grilled portobello mushrooms
• Chargrilled ribeye steak
• Herb-crusted beef tenderloin
• Slow-braised beef short ribs
• Roast beef with garlic and thyme
• Grilled lamb chops
• Beef Wellington
• Smoked beef brisket
• Red wine-braised beef stew
• Wild mushroom risotto
• Truffle mushroom pasta
• Roasted eggplant Parmesan
• Mushroom and caramelized onion tart
• Aged cheddar
• Aged Gouda
• Gruyère cheese
• Georgian mtsvadi (grilled beef skewers)
• Georgian khinkali (beef and pork dumplings)
• Georgian chashushuli (spiced beef and tomato stew)
• Turkish Adana kebab (grilled spiced lamb)
• Turkish hünkar beğendi (lamb stew over smoked eggplant purée)
• Turkish karnıyarık (eggplant stuffed with seasoned ground beef)

Pairing Tip: The wine's black raspberry, currant, cocoa, and tobacco notes complement grilled meats, savoury herbs, roasted mushrooms, and richly flavoured sauces. For the best balance, choose preparations that emphasize savoury richness rather than excessive heat.

• Classic Three-Grape Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc.
• Rich Dark Fruit Aromas: Black raspberries and currants.
• Distinctive Savoury Notes: Cocoa and a subtle touch of tobacco.
• Dry Style: Contains 3.3 g/L residual sugar.
• Part of the Cellar Series: A distinctive selection from Pelee Island Winery.