Ledger David Southern Oregon Merlot

Southern Oregon, USA

Southern Oregon Merlot benefiting from the warmer Siskiyou mountain climate; plum, mocha, cedar and a smooth mid-palate. Fuller and warmer than Willamette expressions — the accessible face of Oregon red wine.

Pairings

• main: Southern Oregon Merlot's plum, herb and soft tannins make a natural partner for herb-crusted lamb; flageolet beans add earthiness that bridges the wine.
• casual: Plum and dark cherry bridge the beef's Maillard richness; mocha echoes the caramelised onion's sweetness; soft tannin matches medium-cooked beef.
• casual: Merlot's earthy plum character bridges wild mushroom and Brie; truffle butter amplifies the wine's secondary earthiness.
• casual: Southern Oregon Merlot's approachable fruit and medium structure work harmoniously with a casual cheese and charcuterie spread; quince echoes the wine's fruit.
• main: Southern Oregon Merlot's soft fruit pairs with the local Rogue Valley lamb; a Pacific Northwest terroir expression
• main: Merlot's supple texture and dark fruit complement the yielding texture of braised pork cheeks; tomato base bridges the wine's acidity.
• main: Mocha and dark cherry in wine complement mushroom cream sauce's earthy richness; soft tannin and vanilla oak suit chicken's mild flavour.
• casual: Ledger David Merlot's Southern Oregon approachability bridges the beef burger with blue cheese; a Medford wine for a Medford day