Country: U.S.A.

Region: Napa Valley

Vintage: 2016

Cépage: Merlot (88%); Cabernet Sauvignon (6%); Petit Verdot (4%); Malbec (2%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 92 (RP)

"The deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Merlot features ripe, expressive warm plums, black cherries and blackberry scents with touches of spice cake, fallen leaves and tobacco. Full, rich, plushly textured and laden with spiced black fruits, it finishes with a compelling peppery lift."

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