leon egozi

9.3

More NY wine spectator — a month ago

Jim McCusker

9.3

Also from a couple of nights ago. A bit unfair to try and follow that 2011 Merus...but this one from Booker was pretty damn good. 24 months in barrel, this syrah is ready to drink. Firm but sweet tannins, the palate evolves beautifully with layers of blackberry, violet, and jam...but not jammy: had plenty of backbone and acidity to keep it alive on the palate. Eric Jensen told me at a tasting I had with him on my 50th birthday tour through Paso a few years back that he prefers his wines much younger than what I’m tasting now. To each his/her own - and Eric is onviously a great winemaker - but in my opinion this one right now blows away the same wine I pulled from my cellar 2-3 years ago. But, no matter when you open this one up, it’s terrific! — 4 years ago

with Vanessa

romo

9.4

REALLY orange-y and super tannic.. Like a peach sitting in tequila and Merus for two days. — 7 years ago

Philip Patston

9.0

Very nice. Robust but hints of creamy. — 10 months ago

Jeanne Bray

9.4

Chris loves this — 3 years ago

Lars Miller

10

Had to try right out of the bottle, and we noted strong red and black fruit on the nose. Loads of fruit flavors with a hint of baking spices, and super complex like the older Merus cabs. After 30 minutes, OMG! This is the best Pinot I've ever had. We had another Black Kite recently and thought that was amazing, but this is out of the ballpark. You have to try this wine. A great bottle for Thanksgiving dinner. — 5 years ago

Brian Joynt

9.5

2013. Tasted like a very good Merus. — 7 years ago

Michael gayle

9.2

Very Cherry!!! — 2 years ago

Byron C Mayes

9.0

Dark ruby garnet. Inviting nose and juicy medium palate of plum, black currant, red apple, and a hint of balsam. Medium plus tannins. Medium acidity. Medium long finish. An amazing and affordable introduction to the Merus range that proves quality doesn’t have to cost big bucks. An excellent pair with beef and other red wine fare thanks to that Old World-esque acidity. Drink now through 2026. — 3 years ago

Pablo Cetlinski

9.2

Beautiful ripe plum and chocolate notes balanced with acidity. Perfect pairing for some game or even beef prepared in a mild way. Give it a try if you are a Merloy fan — 5 years ago