Tangley Oaks Merlot 2008

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    Tangley Oaks Merlot 2008 Front Label
    Tangley Oaks Merlot 2008 Front Label

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    Varietal

    Region

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    Vintage
    2008

    Size
    750ML

    ABV
    14.2%

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    Winemaker Notes

    Every year the Tangley Oaks winemaker selects Merlot from the single lot that has developed into the truest example of its esteemed California appellation-Napa Valley. Napa Valley, California's premier Merlot appellation provides the ideal conditions to produce fruit of quality and distinctive style. Discover the world of Tangley Oaks, exceptional quality for everyday enjoyment.

    Medium garnet in color, the wine has ripe plum, dark cherry, chocolate and savory herbs on the nose, while on the palate it contains ,ush plum and cherry fruit and undertones of mocha. Medium bodied with a round texture and lingering finish.

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    Tangley Oaks, California
    The wines of Tangley Oaks symbolize the majesty of California's native oak trees. Much like these grand trees, the grape varietals selected for Tangley Oaks wines represent the enduring legacy of California winemaking. With respect to this rich tradition, each appellation and grape varietal have been carefully selected to best represent the quality of Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley and the Central Coast. Just as these appellations have been carefully selected and cultivated by the great wine masters, it only follows that Tangley Oaks winemakers are as particular when selecting the lots for each bottle.

    These lot numbers are printed on the bottles of Tangley Oaks wines, and are a testament to the true expression of the grape varietal, the vintage and the appellation. In short, they indicate the wine is the very best of the vintage. During the winemaking process, Tangley Oaks winemakers follow all the time-honored methods until they reach a critical point. This is when the Tangley Oaks winemakers must select the lots — representing the absolute best parcels from the vineyards that are worthy of bottling.

    Each member of the Tangley Oaks winemaking team tastes through each lot, carefully assessing the fruit, balance and tannins. This process is repeated for every varietal. Only when the winemaking team fully agrees on the one lot that best represents the varietal, appellation and vintage is the lot number chosen. This is the only way to select the best quality wines for the most discriminating palates.

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    As Napa Valley’s third most planted grape, Napa Valley Merlot shows time and time again its potential to produce exceptional results. Napa’s vaunted combination of climate, soil and the human factor of winemaking expertise lead to big, ripe, cellar-worthy and world-class versions.

    Whether made by itself in single varietal bottlings or as an important role in Bordeaux Blends, Merlot continues a prominent role in this famous region. While Cabernet typically takes the lead role, Merlot’s contribution—even at 10% to 20% or so—is significant indeed. Often described as “the flesh on Cabernet’s bones,” Merlot lends a soft, round and plush character that beautifully complements Cabernet’s linear, full-throttle structure. Its flavors of plums plus subtle herbs and mint also dovetail nicely with Cabernet’s blackberry and cassis.

    SWS169864_2008 Item# 107517

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