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Merlot

2022 California Merlot

The Charles Shaw Merlot is a delightful red wine from California, showcasing the smooth and velvety characteristics of the Merlot varietal. The 2022 vintage embodies a rich red color that hints at the luscious flavors within. This wine offers a medium body that gracefully carries the moderate fruit intensity typical of Merlot wines. The acidity is pleasant, adding a refreshing touch to each sip. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a soft and elegant structure to the wine. It finishes in a dry style that leaves a satisfying impression on the palate.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Plum, Baking Spice

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 2

Low High

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

Region:


California
California

California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.

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