Always among the top Santa Barbara Merlots, the '04 is the ripest Gainey I've ever had. It's a burst of chocolate-covered raspberries and cherries, with a rich smoky veneer of sweet oak. If this were any sweeter on the palate, it would be flawed, but it has just enough tannins and acids to keep it balanced.
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Price$35,Buy Now
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DesignationLimited Selection
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Alcohol14.2%
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Bottle Size750 ml
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CategoryRed
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Date Published10/1/2007
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