Levee & Loam Meritage Red Blend
Levee & Loam · Levee & Loam
Levee & Loam delivers a Meritage blend that respects the tradition without demanding a Bordeaux price tag. It's a straightforward, well-assembled wine that drinks above its weight class — the kind of bottle that earns a permanent spot in the weeknight rotation. Best enjoyed within two to three years of purchase.
Kit Aromas
Nose
Ripe blackcurrant and dark cherry dominate the opening, followed by a subtle cedar note that hints at some oak influence. There's a quiet floral undercurrent — something close to dried violet — that lifts the fruit and keeps it from feeling heavy.
Palate
Medium-to-full bodied with a core of blackcurrant and cherry that carries through from the nose. Cedar and a gentle toasted quality frame the fruit, while integrated tannins provide structure without being aggressive. A whisper of green pepper appears mid-palate, adding a classic Bordeaux-variety signature.
Finish
Moderate length with lingering cherry and a dry, cedar-tinged fade. Clean and balanced without overreaching.
Food Pairing
Grilled lamb chops with a rosemary-garlic crust, or a slow-braised beef short rib with root vegetables — dishes with enough richness to match the wine's structure without overpowering its fruit.
Levee & Loam draws its name from the earthen forces that shape California's vineyard landscapes, crafting Bordeaux-inspired blends that aim for approachability without sacrificing varietal integrity.
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