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2001 Gainey Santa Ynez Valley Merlot Red

Food Pairings

burger
duck
lamb
roasted vegetables
steak

Flavor Profile

berry
chocolate

2001 Gainey Santa Ynez Valley Merlot Red

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Winery: Gainey
Region: Santa Ynez Valley
Vintage: 2001
Varietal: Merlot
Type: Red

Nirvino Rating

3.5 stars

3.5 stars based on 4 reviews

Critic Reviews

87/100
a coastal merlot, this brings red fruit together with green herb in a taut, mellow wine. the soft cranberry flavor and brisk red spice will meld with ...

Wine & Spirits - WINE & SPIRITS MAGAZINE

90/100
gainey was one of the first santa barbara wineries to nail merlot, and while the limited selection is richer, their regular release is no slouch. ...