Wine Reviews for:

2001 Gainey Santa Ynez Valley Merlot Red

Food Pairings

  • burger
  • duck
  • lamb
  • roasted vegetables
  • steak

Flavor Profile

  • berry
  • chocolate

Tags

steak,  roasted vegetables,  lamb,  duck,  chocolate,  burger,  berry

 

2001 Gainey Santa Ynez Valley Merlot Red

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. ...

Steve Heimoff - WINE ENTHUSIAST MAGAZINE

 

User Reviews

maisieda
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3.0 stars
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yolandone
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3.5 stars
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