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The PREDECESSOR Merlot is a dessert-style wine, perfect for savoring after dinner or as a cooking companion. Originating from California, this soft-tannic Merlot offers an approachable texture and moderate acidity, making it one of the most commercially produced reds in the American market.
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| TTB ID | 23354001000906 |
|---|---|
| Brand name | PREDECESSOR |
| Fanciful name | RED LAKE |
| Class / type | — |
| Origin / appellation | — |
| Grape varietals | Merlot |
| Approval date | Dec 21, 2023 |
| Status | APPROVED |
| Serial number | 230012 |
| Permit number | BW-CA-7043 |
| Producer name & address | WILLIAM COLE VINEYARDS, WILLIAM COLE VINEYARDS, LLC 2849 SAINT HELENA HWY SAINT HELENA CA 94574 PREDECESSOR ESTATE (Used on label) |
| TTB record | View on TTB COLA Online → |
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