The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon was aged for 30 months in 100% new French oak barrels and then underwent extended bottle aging within the caves before release

with a lower overall alcohol content than a typical Kir Royale mixed at standard proportions

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Eigashima Shuzo received one of Japan's first whisky-making licenses in 1919—four years before Suntory opened its Yamazaki distillery—making it a historically significant

Garling Winemaker Merlot 1L mead The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon wasGarling Winemaker Merlot 1L is a Moldovan red wine made from Merlot grapes, bottled at 12% ABV in a generous 1 liter format. Produced by Wine International Project SRL from vineyards in the Ciumai microclimate of southern Moldova, this expression delivers an approachable, fruit driven style at an accessible price point. Quick Facts: ABV: 12% Origin: Ciumai, Moldova Varietal: Merlot Producer: Wine International Project SRL Production & Heritage Wine