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The 2003 Founder’s Reserve Meritage incorporates Merlot (33%) for soft, attractive fruit and rich opulent texture, Cabernet Franc (33%) for layered aromatics and structure, and Cabernet Sauvignon (33%) for black fruit character, colour and robust tannins.  The resulting wine is exceptionally appealing and can be cellared for up to and beyond 10 years and is a wonderful pairing with red meat, game and rich cheeses.

Grape Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon 33.3%
Merlot 33.3%
Cabernet Franc 33.3%

Harvest Date: October & November 2003

VQA Designation: VQA Niagara Peninsula VQA

Brix at Harvest: 20.5º average

Vineyard(s): Kew (Merlot); Fox (CF); Troup (CS)

Production: 00 (9 L) cases

Titratable Acidity: 8.8 g/L

Alcohol: 12.0%

Residual Sugar: 5 g/L

pH: 3.4

Malo-Lactic Fermentation: 100% conversion of malic to lactic acid

Fermentation: Stainless Steel 25-30˚C for 20 days

Ageing: French & American & Hungarian oak 10 months