Serres Ranch 2021 "Buchanan" Merlot Blend

Tasting Notes

The 2021 Buchanan is composed of 75% Merlot, 14% Malbec, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Petit Verdot, a blend confirmed by multiple sources and crafted to highlight Merlot’s plush texture and dark‑fruit depth. The wine opens with a cranberry and red‑cherry bouquet accented by pomegranate and red licorice, evolving on the palate into a full‑bodied, seamless, and super‑smooth profile with black cherry, graphite, menthol, and blackberry compote, along with subtle notes of licorice, milk chocolate, sage, and black pepper. Its dry, long finish carries both acidity and moderate, well‑integrated tannins, giving the wine structure without heaviness.

Food pairings for the 2021 Buchanan reflect its richness and depth. Reviewers and winemaker notes recommend braised short ribs, as well as duck, lamb, beef, and hearty mushroom dishes, all of which complement the wine’s dark‑fruit core and savory undertones. These pairings align with broader guidance for Merlot‑based blends, which excel alongside protein‑rich, slow‑cooked, or herb‑infused dishes.

750ml