Mid 90's Pahlmeyer Merlot Vertical

Chateau Stephens
Tasted Sunday, January 23, 2011 by soyhead with 377 views

Introduction

All wines tasted blind. We had no idea what we were sampling.

Flight 1 (1 Note)

  • 1997 Pahlmeyer Merlot 89 Points

    USA, California, Napa Valley

    nose - nice nose of red fruit, plum
    mouth - slightly bitter, as well as a bit tight, though it started to relax after an hour or so (or perhaps I did). Still with plenty of life. well liked by my friends.

    Post a Comment / Do you find this review helpful? Yes - No / Report Issue

Flight 2 (1 Note)

  • 1996 Pahlmeyer Merlot 92 Points

    USA, California, Napa Valley

    magical nose of sweet smoky fruit. tasted blind and i guessed it to be Burgundy.
    mouth - supple, fine tannins, delicious red fruit with complexity, a touch bitter at first, but also opening with time. My second time having this courtesy of Duane. a fine wine.

    Post a Comment / Do you find this review helpful? Yes - No / Report Issue

Flight 3 (1 Note)

Flight 4 (1 Note)

Closing

the '96 Pahlmeyer Merlot sings. My score is probably too conservative. Thanks for putting it together Duane.

×
×