2006 Switchback Ridge Merlot Peterson Family Vineyard

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Score 89/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, May 2009

Medium red. Superripe but subdued plummy aroma. Ripe, lush and moderately concentrated, but with a classically dry, restrained quality. A serious, minerally and youthfully tight style of merlot, evolving slowly: give it plenty of air if you plan to open it anytime soon.

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88
88/100

Average Score

87
87/100

Robert Parker

89
89/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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87 points
Robert Parker
Score 87/100 · Drink 2008-2013, Robert Parker, Dec 2008

The 2006 Merlot Peterson Family Vineyard reveals an evolved dark plum/garnet color followed by notes of animal fur intermixed with chocolate and ripe berry fruit. In the mouth, the wine is soft and supple, but tails off in the mid-palate and finish, revealing some lightness as well as shortness. While charming and sensual, it lacks concentration. Drink it over the next 4-5 years. These wines are made by Bob Foley. Tel. (707) 738-6187

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Red

Taste

Dry

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