{"product_id":"gifford-hirlinger-merlot","title":"Gifford Hirlinger Merlot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eRich, expressive, and beautifully structured, the 2019 Estate Merlot from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eGifford Hirlinger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e showcases the depth and character of Walla Walla Valley fruit. Layers of ripe black fruit and dark plum are complemented by notes of cocoa and subtle spice, all supported by firm, polished tannins and a long, balanced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eThis is a bold style of Merlot with impressive structure and concentration while still maintaining elegance and approachability. Crafted with a hands-off, sustainable philosophy, the wine reflects both the vineyard and vintage with purity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eFounded in 2001, Gifford Hirlinger is a small, family-owned estate winery dedicated to producing wines that authentically express their vineyard sites. Their estate vineyards span roughly 8 acres, allowing for meticulous farming and small-lot production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"949\"\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eDark plum, ripe black fruits, cocoa, structured tannins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Merlot\u003cbr data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Walla Walla Valley, Washington\u003cbr data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.2%\u003cbr data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1114\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAccolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e 91+ Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1211\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eExcellent alongside braised meats, grilled lamb, mushroom dishes, or aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Bruno","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 2019","offer_id":47175767490745,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/7819\/4105\/files\/25c5c8b752a3851bf740c30fb2610bdb1383fbac19843ea8f9e5067e19f287fc.jpg?v=1778884470","url":"https:\/\/gooddropwineshoppe.com\/products\/gifford-hirlinger-merlot","provider":"Good Drop Wine Shoppe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}