Franchere Wine Company Lionesses Willamette Valley Merlot and subtle hints of stone

and subtle hints of stone fruit

and burnt cocoa notes

leading to a palate marked by zesty acidity and a cleansing finish

leading to a medium finish that echoes the pastry-like nuances detected on the nose

Franchere Wine Company Lionesses Willamette Valley Merlot and subtle hints of stoneWe're big fans of the Franchere wines, and this complex white is a favorite. From the producer: Would you like to buy any Ehrenfelser or Kerner? asked the proprietors of Satori Springs vineyard, located south of historic Oregon City. Having never worked with either of these Germanic varieties, I of course said yes straight away. Fortunately, this acid driven white wine is as beautiful as it is unique. We picked and pressed both grape varieties on the