Paloma Merlot 2021
United States·Napa·Spring Mountain District·Red wine·750ml
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4.4
Very Good
Customer
4.5
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GRAPES (1)
Merlot
AROMAS (8)
Cedar
Cocoa
Plum
Overripe Fruit
Vanilla
Blackberry
Blueberry
Coffee
Taste Profile
Dry
DrySweetnessSweet
High
LowAlcoholHigh
Pronounced
SubtleIntensityPowerful
WINE DESCRIPTION
Paloma Merlot is a premium red wine produced by Paloma Vineyard, a family-owned winery located in Napa Valley, California. The wine is made from Merlot grapes grown in the estate vineyard, which is situated on the eastern slope of Spring Mountain. The vineyard features well-drained soils, ideal for growing high-quality grapes. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a rich and complex Merlot, with notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice. Paloma Merlot is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a richly flavored red wine.
RATINGS & REVIEWS
4.5
Customer Review AI Summary
Paloma Merlot is celebrated for its rich, full-bodied texture and complex layers of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice. While many appreciate its smooth finish and balanced tannins, some find it intense. Notable flavors include black cherry, forest floor, and espresso. The wine's aging potential is often praised, though a few reviews suggest it may need more time to reach its peak.
Generally customer's sentiment on this wine is positive
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