April 12, 2016 - May have held this too long. Very "unremarkable" at this point--but not so when purchased at the winery a few years ago.
February 23, 2015 - True garnet color. Rich smell of blackberries and cherries with a hint of semi-sweet vanilla. Slow rise to flavor. Medium acidity and light body. Harmonious balance in all. Semi-long semi-dry finish.
September 7, 2014 - Actually improved day 2
November 13, 2013 - Dark ruby rose. Earthy raspberry, spice and leather nose. Medium bodied, cranberries, bing cherries, pepper, grainy tannins, smoke, and a dry, medium length finish. Way better than it had to be at this price.
August 22, 2013 - Dark ruby color. Nice viscosity in the glass. Full body. Sap, dark fruit on the nose. Very subdued and needs to open up. Short finish but enjoyable with cheese, pilaf and salad.
August 17, 2013 - Merlot Smackdown (Oakland - Blago and Luiza's Place): Dark ruby color with straight-forward cherry, and vanilla aromas. On the palate, it's medium-bodied and smooth with soft tannins, and cherry, vanilla and bit of spice aromas.
March 23, 2013 - Nice finish. Smooth and subtle. I look forward to enjoying the remaining bottles in mt cellar.
The wine looks Ruby colored. The legs are Medium.
March 14, 2013 - Paid 12 bucks at Trader Joe's which may be a bit higher than average price. Even at this price point it's excellent QPR. No brainer rebuy for weeknight dinners.
March 13, 2013 - Similar to my last tn. Good weeknight drinker with a good pricetag.
March 11, 2013 - This is a really under rated Merlot. Easy finish, drinks smooth