A very good value Merlot, if a tad too oaky for my taste. Nose has dark, plummy fruit, loads of gravel and graphite, and loads of toasty vanilla. A little less fleshy than expected in the mouth. More on the savory side with a bit of alcoholic pepperiness in the finish. Not bad at all for $21, though.
A very good value Merlot, if a tad too oaky for my taste. Nose has dark, plummy fruit, loads of gravel and graphite, and loads of toasty vanilla. A little less fleshy than expected in the mouth. More on the savory side with a bit of alcoholic pepperiness in the finish. Not bad at all for $21, though.
Feb 4th, 2021
Not a ton to say, not complex. Has a rose petal scent with a lot of muddled red fruit. Some vanilla. Fruit forward and medium/light body. Good acid.
Not a ton to say, not complex. Has a rose petal scent with a lot of muddled red fruit. Some vanilla. Fruit forward and medium/light body. Good acid.
Oct 7th, 2018
Intense dark cherry and leather nose. Deep and rich on the palate with notes of chocolate, spice and herbs. Decanting would help it open. Grippy tannins.
Intense dark cherry and leather nose. Deep and rich on the palate with notes of chocolate, spice and herbs. Decanting would help it open. Grippy tannins.
May 24th, 2021
Still expanding my Merlot tasting and enjoyed this 2016 Napa Valley. I honestly forgot my tasting notes on this just that I liked it.
Still expanding my Merlot tasting and enjoyed this 2016 Napa Valley. I honestly forgot my tasting notes on this just that I liked it.
Mar 28th, 2021
This is a good option from @rutherfordhillwinery This 2016 Merlot shows aromas of dark, ripe fruit like plum, red currant, and vegetal notes of mint and green pepper.
Let it go for another 10 years. It has a a medium to long finish. 14.5% ABV. It is a good bottle for the price point! Cheers!
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This is a good option from @rutherfordhillwinery This 2016 Merlot shows aromas of dark, ripe fruit like plum, red currant, and vegetal notes of mint and green pepper.
Let it go for another 10 years. It has a a medium to long finish. 14.5% ABV. It is a good bottle for the price point! Cheers!
#merlot
#californiamerlot
Aug 22nd, 2020
Fruity aroma, medium body. Hints of cherry and strawberry. Smooth and well balanced with a dry finish.
Fruity aroma, medium body. Hints of cherry and strawberry. Smooth and well balanced with a dry finish.
May 18th, 2020Moderately strong red fruit, not very complex, balanced, and delicious...better with food than sipping
Moderately strong red fruit, not very complex, balanced, and delicious...better with food than sipping
May 18th, 2020Very nice!
Feb 19th, 2021
Mark had this 10 months ago
Mark had this 10 months ago
Dec 27th, 2023
Ira had this 2 years ago
Jul 20th, 2022
Napa Valley, California, USA
