Valley Oak Cooperage 2013 Merlot Paso Robles California

2013 Paso Robles Merlot

The Valley Oak Cooperage 2013 Merlot from Paso Robles, California, showcases a medium-full body with a balanced acidity that enhances the fruit-forward intensity. The wine offers a pleasant mix of red and black fruit flavors, supported by well-integrated tannins that provide structure and depth.

Tasting notes:

Valley Oak Cooperage pairs well with lighter meats like chicken and pork, especially when flavored with savory herbs. Stay away from spicy cuisines, as this will overwhelm the wine's nuanced flavors and aromas.

Black Cherry

Oak

Raspberry

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:

Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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