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Score 90/100 · Drink 2005-2013, Robert Parker, Feb 2005

The 2001 Merlot (a 6,354-case blend of 94.3% Merlot and 5.7% Cabernet Franc) exhibits fragrant aromas and flavors of espresso roast, coffee beans, smoke, chocolate, and loads of berry fruit. Dense plum/ruby in color with a hedonistic personality, this is a heady, full-bodied wine to drink over the next 7-8 years. This is a top-flight single-vineyard wine aged completely in French oak, which is in total contrast to the wines made at Silver Oak. Tel. (707) 948-4801; Fax (707) 948-4808

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90
90/100

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90
90/100

Robert Parker

90
90/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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90 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 90/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, May 2004

Dark red. Flamboyant, sexy aromas of black raspberry, blackcurrant, chocolate, coffee and smoked meat. Lush, broad and full but quite dry, with notes of currant, chocolate and tobacco. Pliant, sophisticated merlot with real personality. Finishes with fine tannins and lingering, dry flavors.

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Twomey
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Red

Taste

Dry

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