Gundlach Bundschu Merlot (Sonoma Valley)

Ficha técnica

Tipo

Red

Uva

Merlot

País

United States

Região

Sonoma Valley · Sonoma

Denominação

Sonoma Valley

Corpo

medium

Acidez

medium

Tanino

medium

Doçura

dry

Safras avaliadas

• 201493 pts

  This stellar, gracefully understated Merlot is bolstered by small additions of four other red Bordeaux varieties. It opens with a fresh tropical note that's unexpectedly bright and slowly unwinds to reveal threads of plum, cinnamon, mocha and espresso bean flavor.

• 201288 pts

  Sourced from the winery's estate vineyard, this bottling presents a compelling depth of earthiness, a stony, rocky sense that gives it a savory edge. Tobacco and tea surround ample plum and blueberry. The wine is approachable and soft, with tiny percentages of Malbec, Cabernet S…

• 201090 pts

  For whatever the reason, this winery's Bordeaux reds, including Merlot, have shown tremendous improvement over the last few years. This Merlot is soft, sensual and lovely, with cherry pie, red currant, violet, mocha and new French oak flavors. Easy to drink now with robust grill…

• 200988 pts

  A very nice wine that does what California Merlot is supposed to do. It delivers lots of ripe, sweet fruit and a lush texture. The cherry pie flavor is heightened by a savory baking-spice note.