| Rating | 88 |
| Style | Red |
| Blend | Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Appellation |
Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.6% |
| Price | $17.00 Value Pick |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2018-03-13 |
Perfect For
Host/Hostess Gifting, House Wine, Long-Term Aging, Pleasing A Crowd, Wine And Cheese Night
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot , Syrah / Shiraz
Gundlach Bundschu 'Mountain Cuvée' 2016 Review
Though juicy and ripe, this Merlot-based blend isn’t all fruit. The dark blackberry fruit has accents of fresh mint and black olive brine, which adds edge to the plump fruit. It’s a round, well-structured crowd pleaser that will evolve nicely.
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