DFV - Donati - Merlot

Overview: Family Owned and Operated since 1998. Producing both Bordeaux and Rhone Varietals. As a young boy, Ron Donati grew up in South San Francisco, the son of a first generation Italian-American family. One of his fondest memories was the sights and smells of his grandfather making wine in his basement. Like most Italian immigrants, Albino Donati made his own wine for the family dinner table. As an adult, Ron became a successful entrepreneur with a penchant for making quality products that were attainable to all, not just a select few. This same passion serves as the foundation and guiding mission of Donati Family Vineyard today. It is our goal to produce wines of exceptional quality regardless of budget.

Tasting Notes: The dried cherry, anise, and dried meat ingredients on the nose of this bottle are surrounded by strong wood notes. The palate is sticky and glycerin-like, with flavors of dried cherry, oregano, and thyme leading to a savory, mushroom aftertaste.

Pairing: Caramelized roast vegetables, blue cheese salad, grilled or roast chicken 

Points: 89, WE

Format / ABV: 750 ml / 14.7

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