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2007 Swanson Oakville Merlot
One 750ml bottle
The fruit for the Swanson Merlot is primarily grown at two vineyards: Merlot was sourced primarily from their Oakville Cross Road Estate vineyard, located mid-valley, while the Schmidt Ranch, adjacent to the Mayacamas Mountains on the western side of the valley contributed the Cabernet Sauvignon.
The '07 Swanson Oakville Merlot is a very tightly-focused ode to the wines of the Right Bank of Bordeaux. The nose offers mocha and black cherry and on the palate, firm, sweet, silky tannins give away the fact that this wine is from Oakville. Raspberry, black cherry and red licorice contribute to the complex flavors. It's drinkable now but will age nicely through at least 2015.
Black cherry, mocha, red licorice, raspberry
- Appellation:
- United States | California | Napa County | Oakville
- Delicious with:
- Filet mignon, veal chops, cheeseburger.
- Alcohol Content:
- 14.8%
- When to Drink:
- Now - 2015
Winemaker Notes
Brix at Harvest.........24.9 degrees average
Cooperage.........20 months in 40% new oak (50% American; 50% French)
About Swanson Vineyards & Winery
Founded in 1985, Swanson Vineyards consists of 140 acres of estate vineyards in the Oakville area of Napa Valley, California. The Swanson winery is committed to outstanding and sustainable vineyard practices that nurture Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio, and other small lots of distinctive varietals. Read More
