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His winemaker, Linn Scott, draws from stellar vineyards such as Boushey, Clifton Hill, Kiona and Olsen to build beautiful aromas of  plum, blueberry and raspberry with cherry blossom and peach skin. Chocolate-covered pomegranate and sweet blueberry flavors strike a terrific balance that’s capped by a spoonful of cherry pie filling. In 2007, the Sparkmans began donating a portion of this wine’s sales to The Wilderness Society, and production of the Wilderness Red has grown nearly six times along the way. Subscribe to our Wine of the Week newsletterThis wine, from a prime vineyard on well-drained clay soil atop the Pomerol plateau, has for decades stood as the greatest example of Merlot in the... Recommend This Product | File A Complaint On ProductCuvee Tradition Blanc de Blancs Demi Sec Every bit as good as the Brut, with more pronounced fruit. This is perfect for those who are looking for a touch of sweetness in their sparkler. Available - Check All Stores »

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