TTB COLA Record
CHECKMATE SILENT BISHOP
DESSERT /PORT/SHERRY/(COOKING) WINE · CANADA · Approved Jul 12, 2021
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The CHECKMATE Merlot is a dessert or cooking wine, with its soft tannins and moderate acidity making it perfect for those looking for a smooth, approachable red. Originating from Canada, this versatile grape variety, known for its approachability in Bordeaux, finds new life as a dessert wine that can complement a wide range of dishes without overpowering them.
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| TTB ID | 21189001001078 |
| Brand name | CHECKMATE |
| Fanciful name | SILENT BISHOP |
| Class / type | DESSERT /PORT/SHERRY/(COOKING) WINE |
| Origin / appellation | CANADA |
| Grape varietals | Merlot |
| Approval date | Jul 12, 2021 |
| Status | APPROVED |
| Vendor code | 44506 |
| Serial number | 21W022 |
| TTB record | View on TTB COLA Online → |
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