Color of different shades of purple. Nose of nice spice, oak, vanilla, black cherry, and more oaky note. Nose is pretty good. Taste follows the nose, almost no tannins, smooth, a lot of cedar and oak note, sweet dark fruits, mellow and easy to drink. Aftertaste shows some zest, ripe grapes, and even more oak note. Flavors are ample. Pretty good. — 3 years ago
Just had a coravin taste of the 18. Really drinking well right out of the body. Mellowing out, big fruit, great structure, softening up for a great mouthfeel. This is gonna be really good soon. — 9 months ago
Loved it. Lush, bold flavors soft finish. — 3 years ago
I am selective of the Merlot I drink. I enjoy this one. It’s a nice weeknight wine. I have bought it again. Nice for the price. — 8 months ago
2021 was an excellent purchase. Smooth and a bit tannic. Delicious with pizza. — 10 months ago
David T
Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator
Rich, elegant, juicy fruits of; blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, raspberries, hues of purple & blue fruits, strawberries. Used leather, fresh tobacco, finely, crushed rocks, palate gripping volcanic minerals, some dry herbs, moist clay, soft, understated baking spices, amazing, perfect florals that are a mix of; dark, red, blue, violets & lavender. Perfect acidity, it is well knitted/balanced with excellent length and a beautiful, elegant finish that lasts 90-120 seconds.
Photos; Pritchard Hill pano from the estate, Realm & Nine Sun branding above their tank room, tasting table and concrete eggs. — 4 months ago