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ILLUSTRIOUS Merlot, an approachable red from Bordeaux, offers soft tannins and moderate acidity. As a widely planted grape in California and Washington, it's one of the most commercially produced reds in American wine markets, known for its easy-drinking texture.
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| TTB ID | 17171001000652 |
|---|---|
| Brand name | ILLUSTRIOUS |
| Class / type | — |
| Origin / appellation | — |
| Grape varietals | Merlot |
| Approval date | Jun 23, 2017 |
| Status | APPROVED |
| Serial number | 17059S |
| Permit number | BW-CA-5398 |
| Producer name & address | TREASURY WINE ESTATES AMERICAS COMPANY 21468 21480, 21672 8TH STREET EAST SONOMA CA 95476 WINE TIGER (Used on label) |
| TTB record | View on TTB COLA Online → |
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