Kirkwood

Known for its West Virginia reds.

Wine Enthusiast 91/100 · Wine Advocate 89/100

Distinction · 2 prestige critics

Kirkwood produces wine in West Virginia, a region where cool-climate viticulture presents distinct challenges and opportunities for winemakers willing to work against conventional expectations. The winery's Dry Red Merlot, made from Merlot grapes, has earned recognition from Wine Enthusiast and Wine Advocate. Merlot in cooler climates tends toward bright acidity and leaner structure than its warmer-region counterparts, qualities that can yield wines of precision and food-friendliness. Kirkwood's expression of this varietal reflects the particular terroir of West Virginia, where elevation and seasonal variation shape the character of what reaches the glass.

Address: 45 Winery Road, Summersville, West Virginia, 26651., Wines: Specializes in sweet fruit and berry wines, such as blackberry and rhubarb, but also offers traditional white and red varieties., Distillery: The Isaiah Morgan Distillery produces small-batch moonshine, bourbon, and grappa, often touted as a tiny licensed distillery, United States
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Critics: Wine Enthusiast 91/100 · Wine Advocate 89/100

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Dry Red Merlot
WINE ENTHUSIAST 91 · WINE ADVOCATE 89
2001, 1999, 1996

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