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Osier 2022 Merlot – Malbec Sonoma Coast, California

2022 Sonoma Coast Merlot – Malbec

The Osier 2022 is a captivating red blend hailing from the renowned Sonoma Coast of California. This wine, crafted with a harmonious blend of 50% Merlot and 50% Malbec, offers a medium-bodied profile that strikes a perfect balance between richness and elegance. With a delicate acidity level, the wine showcases a pleasant fruit intensity followed by a nuanced tannic structure. The vibrant flavors intertwine seamlessly, creating a delightful sensory experience that captures the essence of the Sonoma Coast terroir. Cheers to a well-rounded and expressive blend that showcases the best of both Merlot and Malbec grapes.

Tasting notes:

Evoking a woodsy feeling on the nose with aromas of fruit, forest, and oak-driven vanilla and caramel. The palate features an elegant structure with modest acidity and refined tannins supporting lavender, violet, balsamic, mulberry, and blackberry notes with hints of clove.

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Color Intensity Color Intensity 0

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 1

Low High

Region:

Sonoma Coast

Stretching along California's raw and rugged northern shores—and reaching quite far inland—Sonoma Coast is the largest AVA in Sonoma County. The proximity to the ocean makes wines here very different from those from more central AVAs. Whether the vineyards are on high ridges above the fog line or warm, fog-shrouded valley floors, the marine soils, low temperatures and cool Pacific breezes slow the ripening of the grapes. The result? Highly structured, delicate wines with plenty of acidity. The main stars here are white peach-tinged Chardonnay and wild strawberry-flavored Pinot Noir, but you will also find some excellent cool-climate Syrah with notes of white pepper and cherry.

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