Gainey Santa Ynez Valley Merlot 2006

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Purchase Gainey Santa Ynez Valley Merlot 2006

"A straight-shooting Merlot, with lively aromas of blackberry, leather, fresh herbs and a hint of coffee, backed by soft, ripe fruit and silky tannins." -Wine Spectator

"Our Merlot opens with enticingly fresh, vivid aromas of black cherry and red plum fruit, perfectly complemented by fragrant rose hips tea, sweet oak and light herbal tones. In the mouth, the flavors are startingly rich, creamy and luscious, with concentrated red cherry and plum skin fruitiness invigorated by seeped-tea spice tones and acidity." -Winemaker's Notes

Food Pairings: herb-roasted chicken, black-olive pizza or Merlot-marinated game hens

Purchase Gainey Santa Ynez Valley Merlot 2006

Vintage: 2006

Region: Santa Barbara, CA

Lifespan: Drink through 2014

Grape: Merlot

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