January 14, 2020 - Dark red color, dark berry nose develops over time, plenty of berry fruit all in perfect balance with a long very smooth finish. Just what we expected after drinking Paloma merlot wines since 1994.
February 19, 2018 - Learning how to use Coravin. Poured a small glass and it was delicious. No need to let it open, it is ready to go.
November 13, 2016 - Second Sunday Group: Paloma Merlot Vertical (Our house): Notes of chocolate, cherry and red berry fruit. Red fruit on the palate; good finish. 91+ pts.
My #2, Domino's #3
Group #3, 30 pts
October 7, 2016 - ELEGANT WINE WITH DEEP JAMMY FRUITS IN THE NOSE AND FLAVOR, BLACKBERRIES, BLACK CURRANTS AND HINTS OF CHOCOLATE AND LICORICE. NICE COMPLEXITY AND A LONG FINISH.
April 27, 2016 - Drinking perfectly now. Coffee & chocolate notes. Great nose.
April 3, 2016 - Each and every time I opened a bottle of Paloma Mellott I remember Jim and Barbara Richard's and meeting them just as they began producing wine. Sitting on the porch with Barbara tasting some of their early Merlot watching the hummingbirds sampling the fuchsia nectar . Knew I liked it had no idea what a hit it would become 2001 wine of the year.
The 2005 is still drinking well. Takes about 1/2 hour in decanter to integrate everything. This is still a big Spring Mountain merlot in the tradition of Duckworth and Pride.
May 3, 2015 - As usual, Paloma does not disappoint. Drinking nicely with black cherry, cocoa and coffee notes. Integrated tannins with a smooth finish. Drink now-2022
February 5, 2015 - First night was a bit tight with coarse tannins on the finish. Decided to leave until second day and was rewarded with a plush, smokey wine that was much better integrated. Some sharpness on the finish but in better harmony with the dark cherry fruit and velvety texture of the wine. Nose more fragrant on day 2 as well.
November 28, 2014 - Just pulled out a bottle to drink with non-wine friends. This is quite nice for what it is - it's ripe and plush, with dark berry and some plummy fruit, cocoa powder and spice. Maybe a bit of leather and herb. It's not to heavy - it's lively with some drive. Not really my style, but it did the job. 14.5/20.
November 15, 2014 - A beautiful rose petal color. Smooth aromas and flavors of cherries and berry fruit.
This sumptuous merlot is delicate yet firm, like the hands of the strong, determined, and passionate woman who worked so hard to create it.
As I drink it, I sense the Peace that permeates her vineyard.