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Score 90/100 · The Wine Advocate, Feb 2005

The 2002 Merlot (24,000 cases) possesses a beautiful dense plum/purple color as well as a sweet, rich nose of plums, black currants, and smoke. This sexy Merlot exhibits loads of concentrated, chewy fruit as well as abundant glycerin. (RP)

Critic scores

Critic scores
88
88/100

Average Score

87
87/100

Robert Parker

90
90/100

The Wine Advocate

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87 points
Robert Parker
Score 87/100 · Drink 2003-2009, Robert Parker, Dec 2003

The straightforward 2000 Merlot reveals a black cherry-scented bouquet with hints of coffee and cocoa. Medium-bodied, forward, and slightly tannic, it is best consumed over the next 5-6 years. Tel. (707) 963-7108

88 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 88/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Good medium ruby. Black fruits, violet, smoked meat, dark chocolate and a hint of bell pepper on the nose. Firm-edged, fairly dense flavors of black plum, baking chocolate and fresh herbs offer a nicely restrained sweetness. Finishes with firm tannins and good shape.

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Duckhorn
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Product details

Grape Blend

Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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