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GALLO OF SONOMA
Merlot
Sonoma County
2000

Our 2000 Merlot features some of the finest grapes from some of the best growing regions in Sonoma County. After harvest the wine was barrel aged in French and American oak to add complexity to the rich blackberry and plum flavors.  It is full-bodied wine that displays  some jamminess and soft oak.

Varietal Content: 77% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Syrah, 1% Zinfandel, 3% Other
Oak Aging: American, European and French oak barrels
Residual Sugar: 0.1
Titratable Acidity: 0.63g/100ml
pH: 3.65
Alcohol Level: 13.8%
Recommended

Gallo of Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon
Gallo of Sonoma Chardonnay
Rancho Zabaco Heritage Vines Zinfandel