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<H1>Ledgewood Creek Merlot 2006 -- Wine Sense Shopping Cart</H1>
<B>$16.99</B>
-- <I>elegant, balanced Merlot with firm tannins - great value!</I>
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<p>The wine opens with a strong scent of raspberries and vanilla and seemlessly followed by emerging scents of toasty oak, red plums, tobacco and coffee. Beginning with an impressive array of fruit, this wine's flavor widens through the mid-palette and finish Tannins are firm but have a fine grain, smooth feel. The balance of aroma, fruit flavor, tannin, and moderate acidity make this a classic food wine.</p>
<p>Cheese pairings: Blue, Cheddar, Camembert</p>
<p>Food pairings: Chili, grilled chicken, pizza</p>
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<LI>Vintage: 2006
<LI>Region: Suisun Valley, CA
<LI>Rating: Double Gold
<LI>Lifespan: now thru 2011
<LI>Grape: Merlot
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