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Merlot Lawrence Estate

2021 Columbia Valley Merlot

The Gard Merlot Lawrence Estate 2021 from the Columbia Valley is a delightful expression of Merlot's versatility and charm. This red wine presents a striking balance of rich and velvety textures, offering a medium to full-bodied experience that envelops the palate. It showcases bright and mouthwatering acidity, which harmonizes effortlessly with its firm yet approachable tannins. Bursting with intense fruit flavors, this Merlot delivers ripe dark cherries, plum, and hints of blackberry, complemented by subtle notes of cocoa and a touch of oak. Known for its quality winegrowing regions, Columbia Valley’s unique climate and terroir shine through in this handcrafted wine, making it a worthy addition to any enthusiast's collection. Enthusiasts of this vintage will undoubtedly appreciate its depth and complexity, as well as its ability to pair beautifully with a variety of dishes.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Plum, Chocolate

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Chocolate

Chocolate

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 1

Low High

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 4

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops, BBQ Pork Ribs

Region:


Columbia Valley
Columbia Valley

Sheltered by the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains, Columbia Valley is home to the majority of Washington's vineyards. Cool nights keep zippy acidity in the grapes, while long daylight hours give the fruit plenty of chance to ripen. This results in full-bodied Merlot, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and deeply concentrated Syrah. White wines are just as tantalizing, with toasty oak-touched Chardonnay and ripe stone fruit-flavored Riesling taking the spotlight. Sub-AVAs to look out for are Yakima Valley and Walla Walla. The Columbia Valley is one of the only appellations in the United States to occupy vineyards in two states, as it crosses the Oregon border in the southern part of the valley.

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