Rich, round and finely chewy with notes of raspberry, blueberry, green olive, fennel, sandalwood, chai latte and clove.
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Napa Valley Reserve Merlot Reviews
Score: 91 | July 4, 2018 | Planet Grape
Score: Best of Class | July 6, 2018 | International Womens Wine Competition
Score: Gold, 91 Points | April 3, 2018 | San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Score: Double Gold | January 14, 2018 | San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Score: Silver | November 17, 2017 | Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition
Score: Silver | November 6, 2017 | San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
Score: Gold | August 10, 2017 | San Francisco International Wine Competition
Score: 90 | October 26, 2016 | The Wine Advocate
The more serious wines start with the 2014 Merlot Reserve, which is 88% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Malbec. This spent 18 months in a combination of different French cooperage. Another excellent value – as one doesn’t see many Merlots these days that are both outstanding and priced at $25.00. This wine has the classic Merlot character of roast coffee, cocoa, chocolate, black cherry and plum-like fruit. It is medium to full-bodied, plush and ideal for drinking over the next 10-12 years.
Score: Silver | June 30, 2016 | International Women's Wine Competition