Bought this at the winery last month. I was surprised how good the wines were. Maybe I was a bit prejudiced. How could the state where I live make good wines? This has a surprisingly youthful and deep color. I love the nose. Deep, sweet berries, some warm sandstoney gravel, a wee vanillin sweetness from some nicely restrained oak. Very right-bankish in the mouth. There’s some fruit, but cedary notes and clay-like minerality are quite prominent. Tannins very soft and resolved. Finish is long. Seems fully mature.
Bought this at the winery last month. I was surprised how good the wines were. Maybe I was a bit prejudiced. How could the state where I live make good wines? This has a surprisingly youthful and deep color. I love the nose. Deep, sweet berries, some warm sandstoney gravel, a wee vanillin sweetness from some nicely restrained oak. Very right-bankish in the mouth. There’s some fruit, but cedary notes and clay-like minerality are quite prominent. Tannins very soft and resolved. Finish is long. Seems fully mature.
Sep 9th, 2025
Bright clear dense purple color. Deep dark blackberry, blueberry, red cherry and plum. Tannins present but well rounded. Elegantly done.
Bright clear dense purple color. Deep dark blackberry, blueberry, red cherry and plum. Tannins present but well rounded. Elegantly done.
May 26th, 2020
Too soon, so I reckon. Ought to have kept my trap shut, my hands to themselves, lest they get to the devils work of openin bottles too soon
Too soon, so I reckon. Ought to have kept my trap shut, my hands to themselves, lest they get to the devils work of openin bottles too soon
Jan 9th, 2019
I’m not usually a fan of Merlots, but this Virginian Merlot was a pleasant surprise. It’s nice and round; great nose and palate to finish. Highly recommended especially after decanting.
I’m not usually a fan of Merlots, but this Virginian Merlot was a pleasant surprise. It’s nice and round; great nose and palate to finish. Highly recommended especially after decanting.
Jun 3rd, 2018
Virginia, USA
