Opening Gambit is the third of Checkmate’s four regional merlots, an Osoyoos East Bench expression on the sandy soils...

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In this 2013 series of Checkmate merlots, this softer, more mellow and inviting version is sourced from the Osoyoos...

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From vineyards in east Osoyoos catching warmer late day sun, this is a very ripe, soft and rounded merlot with lifted...

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This is a super smooth merlot with a nose of blackberry fruit with fragrant oak spice, dark chocolate and a hint of...

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Checkmate Opening Gambit Merlot 2013, Okanagan Valley