I have to agree with Optimus Wine's note of 05/31/2021. We are big fans of Darioush Merlot and purchased a case of this vintage. We have consumed eight bottles and all have been earthy and rustic. Not typical of previous vintages that have been rich, pleasant to the palate with well balanced tannins on the finish. We always decant at least an hour and consume over the next two or three. Anyone else with a similar experience with the 2018 vintage? Disappointed.
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I'm not drinking any F'ing Merlot ........ (Chateau Glenn): This and the 2019 PerUS Lyla were head and shoulders above the rest of the merlots. Nose with notes of cassis, blackberry and a touch of minerals. Beautiful silky finish on the palate, medium bodied. Very nice wine! Clear cut number 2 of 6 with (5) 2nd place votes and one 5th place. My 2 of 6 and the group's 2 of 6.
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11/24/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: 79 Points
I have to agree with Optimus Wine's note of 05/31/2021. We are big fans of Darioush Merlot and purchased a case of this vintage. We have consumed eight bottles and all have been earthy and rustic. Not typical of previous vintages that have been rich, pleasant to the palate with well balanced tannins on the finish. We always decant at least an hour and consume over the next two or three. Anyone else with a similar experience with the 2018 vintage? Disappointed.
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2/23/2023 - bubbachumps wrote: 94 Points
I'm not drinking any F'ing Merlot ........ (Chateau Glenn): This and the 2019 PerUS Lyla were head and shoulders above the rest of the merlots. Nose with notes of cassis, blackberry and a touch of minerals. Beautiful silky finish on the palate, medium bodied. Very nice wine! Clear cut number 2 of 6 with (5) 2nd place votes and one 5th place. My 2 of 6 and the group's 2 of 6.
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11/16/2022 - RJ&JJ Likes this wine: 92 Points
Drinking REALLY well right now.
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5/31/2022 - SupMaHomes Likes this wine: 95 Points
Favorite Merlot by far! Had with New York steak and red velvet cake and was the highlight of the meal.
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10/18/2021 - CO Wino Likes this wine: 94 Points
Excellent Merlot and Opened a little before the planned dates. Dark berries, licorice, lots of structure!
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