One of the best top 5 reds from 07. Bordeaux meets Niagara's best, the Deans List Meritage won double gold medal in Canadian wine awards 2010. Best big "Red" from Niagara in $40-50. Cedar, raspberry, vanilla on nose. Complex with berry, cassis, spice, and juicy tannins. Decant or open night before, This will start to show in 2013 and beyond. True collector wine from 07.

Black currant and cedar oak aromas. On the palate, there is blackberry and cassis. Combination of American, Canadian and French oak is well-integrated. Ripe tannins are refined and elegant. Finish is smooth and long. Drinking great right now! Tasted Sept/2012.