2022 Merlot

The 2022 Merlot is our most fruit-forward red wine. It's fleshier than your standard merlot, soft in texture with faint oak. Aged for 20 months in French & American Oak, notes of black cherry are pronounced on the nose along with light aromas of baker’s chocolate, spice, and vanilla. Dry, medium-bodied and smooth with mellow tannins and moderate acidity, the Eastwood Merlot has won three gold medals and continues to be a crowd favorite for fans of a medium-bodied red wine with moderate tannins. 

The Eastwood 2022 Merlot pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, and hearty pasta dishes. With fruit-forward notes, it is a great red to enjoy all summer! 

In the tasting room, enjoy a glass of the 2022 Merlot with Chef Andrew Partridge’s Charcuterie Board, which includes a colorful and delicious arrangement of cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and flavorful accompaniments including fig jam, olives, and apricots and served with fresh crusty crostinis from Albemarle Baking Company. 

Varietal
Merlot

Tasting Notes
Blackberry - Black Cherry - Spice
Body: Medium
Acidity: Medium

Winemaking
Tech Notes: Aged in a mix of French and American oak barrels for 21 months. 
ABV: 12.5%

Awards History: Eastwood Merlot (Past Vintages)
Gold Medal, Mid-Atlantic Southeastern Wine Competition | 2021
Gold Medal, Virginia Governor's Cup | 2022

Gold Medal, Virginia Governor's Cup | 2024