2005 Xanadu Merlot Secession

Community Tasting Notes (2) Avg Score: 87.5 points

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  8/10/2012 - Kermie wrote: 88 Points

  Aged well, smooth and rich ruby red colour. No hint of bitter tannin bite.

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  12/28/2007 - Canadian Chris wrote: 87 Points

  nice ruby colour. very fruit forward nose, lots of dark fruit - blackberry, dark cherry, dried plum. As it opens in the glass more smoke appears. Medium on the palate, very crisp acidity that's almost overpowering - like biting into an unripe apple. Mellow on the initial attack, acidity hits then settles down to a fairly pleasant long finish full of sour cherry, and green strawberry. Drinking this with some smoked cheddar and oka which is working really well. Definitely a food wine, I wouldn't be ashamed to bring this to a wine and cheese or a meal with some lighter fare.

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