2010 Merus Cabernet Sauvignon
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Bright saturated ruby. Aromas of cassis, blackberry, graphite, licorice and mocha are lifted by a violet topnote. Dense and lush but not at all overly sweet, offering lush, smooth flavors of dark fruits and sexy chocolatey oak. Very rich, broad, savory cabernet with a glossy, very long finish featuring ripe, fine-grained tannins and superb persistence. Balanced from the outset but has the stuffing for graceful mid-term aging.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Winemaker Camille Benitah and consulting winemaker Paul Hobbs have done a fabulous job with the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon. Rich, deep and sumptuous, the 2010 is incredibly inviting. Sweet dark cherries, mocha, flowers and espresso meld together as the 2010 opens up in the glass. A soft, plush finish rounds things out in style. The Merus Cabernet Sauvignon is overt, juicy and beautifully balanced from start to finish. One of the virtues of the 2010 is that it should drink fabulously pretty much upon release. The blend is 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot.
Winemaker Camille Benitah and consulting winemaker Paul Hobbs have done a fabulous job with the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon. Rich, deep and sumptuous, the 2010 is incredibly inviting. Sweet dark cherries, mocha, flowers and espresso meld together as the 2010 opens up in the glass. A soft, plush finish rounds things out in style. The Merus Cabernet Sauvignon is overt, juicy and beautifully balanced from start to finish. One of the virtues of the 2010 is that it should drink fabulously pretty much upon release. The blend is 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2030. (Not yet released) Tel. (707) 251-5551