Petaluma, Coonawarra, Merlot
1990, South Australia, Australia
Classification Coonawarra GI
Colour / Type Red
Bottle size 75cl
Alcohol 14%
Grape Merlot
Average score 90
Indulge in the rich and robust flavors of LadyWine's exquisite Petaluma Coonawarra Merlot. This fine red wine hails from the renowned wine region of South Australia, where the perfect climate and soil produce grapes of exceptional quality. Crafted in the year 1990, this Coonawarra GI classified wine showcases the best of Australian winemaking expertise. With its deep red color and complex layers of flavor, this Merlot is sure to impress even the most discerning of wine enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a novice looking to expand your palate, LadyWine offers a curated selection of premium wines to suit every taste. Treat yourself to a bottle of this 750 ml masterpiece and experience the unparalleled elegance of Australian wine at its finest. Cheers to good taste!
About Petaluma
The AVA is one of several newer American appellations to gain its status based on climate and topography rather than political boundaries. But it is unique in being defined by particular effects of the wind. The zone is limited to those areas where the winds from the Pacific Ocean blowing through the Petaluma gap have a regular minimum speed of eight miles per hour. At the time of the creation of the AVA, there were over 4000 acres of vineyards out of a total land area within the zone of 202,476 acres (. Around 75 percent of plantings are Pinot Noir, with Chardonnay accounting for 13 percent, and Syrah 12 percent. The latter produces wines in something more like a Northern Rh ne style rather than jammier versions. Some Pinot Noir wines from Californian coastal-influenced sites such as Petaluma Gap have been bottled with a dash of Syrah. Less than one percent of the vineyard area is dedicated to other wine grape varieties. The vineyards are mainly owned by operations based elsewhere in Sonoma County and beyond. Keller Estate is one of the few operations with its winery located within the AVA boundaries. Seven of the 40-odd members of the Petaluma Gap Winegrowers Alliance have a tasting room within the appellation.