1994 Shafer Merlot

Community Tasting Note

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91 Points

Sunday, July 1, 2007 - This is a merlot with medium/heavy body and alcohol at a pleasing 13.5% It showed no signs of browning yet, the color is a dark ruby red. When first opened it gave off aromas of earth, white flowers and berry fruit. After about two hours, the nose changed to earth, spice, dried fruits and some herbal notes. The flavors at opening were of berries, cassis and pomegrante. After two hours it really changed to earth, tobacco, dark fruits and chocolate. It is really smooth and balanced right now. I am not sure if it will continue to develop more, but this wine should hold up until 2010, maybe longer.

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