Poured through Vinturi ... This has been a go to label in our cellar for close to a decade now and, while our tastes have moved to "bigger" reds in the past 3-4 years, I'm always surprised how enjoyable and well-made this wine is, especially as it is produced on such a large scale. It has held up very well, and even improved, with age, not always true of a Merlot at this price point. It has a very nice dash of spice, subtle fruit and good mouthfeel. Soft tannins and a medium to short finish; altogether quite enjoyable.
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Dark ruby-garnet color, medium density and crisp halo, power dark red fruit on the nose, nice balance between the fruit and tannins on the palate, some spice and heat on the palate - nice long finish with continued heat and spice.
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Toasty black cherry and Vanilla on the nose with a smooth, dry but disappointing finish. I opened this bottle for about 1.5hrs before drinking and found it easy drinking but not overly complex. Not a great value for the price but not a complete disappointment either.
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5/12/2012 - BSchrag wrote: 88 Points
Have to disagree with most reviews. Thought wine opened up and was balanced from start to finish. Lively fruit, look forward to drinking again
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12/17/2010 - markandsusanw Likes this wine: 88 Points
Poured through Vinturi ... This has been a go to label in our cellar for close to a decade now and, while our tastes have moved to "bigger" reds in the past 3-4 years, I'm always surprised how enjoyable and well-made this wine is, especially as it is produced on such a large scale. It has held up very well, and even improved, with age, not always true of a Merlot at this price point. It has a very nice dash of spice, subtle fruit and good mouthfeel. Soft tannins and a medium to short finish; altogether quite enjoyable.
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7/12/2010 - DTWOB wrote: 88 Points
Dark ruby-garnet color, medium density and crisp halo, power dark red fruit on the nose, nice balance between the fruit and tannins on the palate, some spice and heat on the palate - nice long finish with continued heat and spice.
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8/28/2009 - PMcgovern wrote: 85 Points
Toasty black cherry and Vanilla on the nose with a smooth, dry but disappointing finish. I opened this bottle for about 1.5hrs before drinking and found it easy drinking but not overly complex. Not a great value for the price but not a complete disappointment either.
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3/20/2009 - Pool Boy wrote: 82 Points
Pretty average. Almost one dimensional and somewhat sweet. 82pts.
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