Ironstone Merlot hails from the mineral-rich soil of California, embodying a compelling fusion of rich flavours. This exquisite wine exudes lashings of wild berries and black cherries leading into a finish filled with delightful hints of toasty oak. A perfectly balanced composition with ripe tannins and gentle acidity, it's both plush and velvety. Every glass bursts with robust and hearty character, offering your senses an enlivening journey. Its deep crimson hue amplifies its allure, crowning it as a marvellous choice for an elegant dinner. Ironstone Merlot is wine-drinking satisfaction in its most rampant form.

Tasting Notes

Our Merlot is bursting with luscious fruit and soft tannins with excellent drinkability. Rich, ripe black cherry and black plums lead to a hint of vanilla and toast. Flavors of currants with juicy dark fruit and spicy cedar end with a rounded, well-balanced and complex finish.

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of California's Gold Country, the Ironstone Winery presents a delightful spectacle for wine enthusiasts and casual explorers alike. Boasting over 12,000 acres of rolling vineyards, this marvellous winery is a testament to the art of viticulture. Its location in the Sierra Foothills provides an optimal aspect coupled with a climate perfectly suited to producing premium wines.

Encircled by the stunning beauty of the natural environment, the Ironstone Winery is a feast for the senses. The winery is steeped in nature's splendour, be it the vivid blue skies overhead or the unspoiled wilderness beyond. On clear days, you’re treated to breath-taking panoramas which are engrossing in their vastness and magnificence.

The winery's illustrious portfolio of wines is as diverse as it is scrumptious with masterfully crafted varietals that celebrate the best of California's terroir. From crisp, refreshing whites to bold and complex reds, Ironstone's cellar brims with the winemaker's passion and craftsmanship. Each bottle succeeds in capturing the winery's aspiration to create wines expressing both quality and character.

Visitors to Ironstone can immerse themselves in a multitude of attractions beyond the delectable wine. Amongst these include a museum housing a 44-pound crystalline gold leaf specimen, which is recognised as the world’s largest piece of crystalline gold, as well as a 14-acre landscaped garden that blooms with vibrant flowers and plants throughout the year.

Ironstone winery, with its commitment to sustainable agriculture, lovingly nurtures each vine from bud break to harvest. This, along with their obsessive attention to detail and relentless pursuit for perfection, ensures that each bottle of Ironstone wine is a veritable symphony of flavours waiting to be savoured.

Before you pack your bags and head off to this enchanting winery, remember that extraordinary wines, breathtaking views, and amazing hospitality are waiting to welcome you! Come and experience it all at Ironstone winery; the proof is always in the bottle.

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