| Rating | 93 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Merlot |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Appellation |
Santa Ynez Valley Santa Barbara County Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 15.1% |
| Price | $40.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2025-09-09 |
Perfect For
Dinner Parties, Holiday Meals, Wine And Cheese Night
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Gamay , Merlot
Pali Wine Co. Tower 15 Merlot 2021 Review
This wine is sourced from the Giffs Vineyard in the Los Olivos District in California’s Santa Barbara County. The vines were planted in 1978 and have been organically farmed ever since. The wine is aged in 95 percent neutral French oak and 5 percent new American oak, adding a bit of that American oak character of vanilla and spice. The nose also offers aromas of blueberries, mushrooms, and camembert. It has a bright palate with juicy berry fruit and great acidity.
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