2023 Gundlach Bundschu Merlot Vouvray This is not my favorite

This is not my favorite vintage from one of my favorite producers

black olive and eucalyptus

this shows an expressive mix of passion fruit

including some floral notes alongside lime and green plums

Thus they created a family of wines: each wine is given a name of one family member and the artist Jung von Matt draws a face for each label

2023 Gundlach Bundschu Merlot Vouvray This is not my favoriteProducer: Gundlach Bundschu Region: Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California Blend: 94% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon Year: 2023 Winemaker Notes: "Our Merlot blocks thrive on the cool climate Rhinefarm estate vineyards, and we hand harvest in the early morning hours to preserve the concentrated, fresh fruit flavors. The wine opens in the glass with aromas of dried sage and oregano that are lifted by elegant notes of violet. Upon entry, flavors of