A gem from the Chappellet family and I can’t rave enough as to how many great wines they make. This merlot starts with aromas of leather, oak, anise and eucalyptus. It’s has velvety tannins and mild acidity, hints of blackberry and boysenberry round out the profile. It’s silky smooth and a terrific merlot that can last for a decade. I would certainly drink not sooner than later. 3/2021
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Decanted for 30 minutes. It continued to open for another 20-30 minutes. Fairly big merlot, with lots of fruit and moderate plus tannins. Smooth and well-balanced.
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12/18/2021 - DianaPaul Likes this wine: 91 Points
Very nicely constructed with deep color, opulent fruit, medium backbone and lingering finish.
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3/20/2021 - Kashvino Likes this wine: 93 Points
A gem from the Chappellet family and I can’t rave enough as to how many great wines they make. This merlot starts with aromas of leather, oak, anise and eucalyptus. It’s has velvety tannins and mild acidity, hints of blackberry and boysenberry round out the profile. It’s silky smooth and a terrific merlot that can last for a decade. I would certainly drink not sooner than later. 3/2021
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7/11/2020 - comlaw Likes this wine: 92 Points
Decanted for 30 minutes. It continued to open for another 20-30 minutes. Fairly big merlot, with lots of fruit and moderate plus tannins. Smooth and well-balanced.
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6/14/2020 - Good2drink Likes this wine:
My wife and I enjoyed this with a grilled ribeye. Really delicious!
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6/13/2020 - Good2drink Likes this wine: 92 Points
My wife and I drank this with a grilled ribeye and grilled asparagus. Both enjoyed it a lot!
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