Laraine, 2002 Merlot, Gerber Vineyards, Murphys, CA (Wineries / Laraine) -- Cult Wine Central Shopping Cart -- CA Murphys, Vineyards, Gerber Merlot, 2002 Laraine,

<A HREF="http://www.cultwinecentral.com" TITLE="Cult Wine Central"><IMG SRC="https://store.nexternal.com/napawineco/logo.gif" ALT="Cult Wine Central" NAME="Cult Wine Central" BORDER=0></A> <H1>Laraine, 2002 Merlot, Gerber Vineyards, Murphys, CA -- Cult Wine Central Shopping Cart</H1> $20.00 -- 2002 Merlot Gerber Vineyards, Murphys, CA <IMG SRC="https://store.nexternal.com/napawineco/images/02merlot.jpg" ALIGN=right ALT="Laraine, 2002 Merlot, Gerber Vineyards, Murphys, CA" NAME="Laraine, 2002 Merlot, Gerber Vineyards, Murphys, CA" BORDER=0 HSPACE=10> The 2002 vintage has been heralded as the best vintage since 1997 and our winemaker, John Gibson echoes these claims. A nearly flawless growing season with adequate rainfall, warm spring, followed by a hot summer, set the stage for an early harvest. At picking, the grapes were full of ripe flavors, very good sugar and acid balance, and mature tannins. The 2002 Merlot is a delightful and youthful wine. Scarlet red in color with rich red berry flavors, enjoy it with red meat dishes, hearty stew, or in front of a warm cozy fire when it is just too cold or wet to go outside. Harvest Analysis – 24.8 Brix, 5.75 g/1 TA, 3.55 pH Pre-fermentation Maceration – 2 days @ 60 degrees F Maximum Fermentation Temperature – 90 degrees F Total Skin Contact Time – 14 days Blend Composition – 98% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon Bottling Date – April 10, 2004 Production – 584 cases Barrel Aging – 15 months in French Oak, 33% new Allier and Center of France Forests, Medium Plus Toast. Tasting Notes Aromas: The wine opens with the aromas of fresh raspberries, cloves, and toasty oak. Flavors: In the mouth, the flavors of bing cherries, berries and plumbs are complimented with hints of coconut, toasted almonds, and nutmeg. Food Pairings: A Merlot with lots of fruit and soft tannins, it is a perfect accompaniment to red meat dishes and hearty stews. 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