Bolen Family Estates

Oak Knoll Merlot

8.96 ratings

8.53 pro ratings

Oak Knoll, Napa Valley, California, USA

Merlot

Beef, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, Exotic Spices, Lamb, White Rice, Baking Spices, Herbs, Pasta, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Pork, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic

Top Notes For

Stephen Phillips

9.6

Stephen had this 10 years ago

Stephen had this 10 years ago

1 person found it helpfulJun 15th, 2014

Stephen Phillips

9.6

Stephen had this 10 years ago

Stephen had this 10 years ago

1 person found it helpfulJun 15th, 2014

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9.8

Our 2007 Merlot entices with aromas of dark red and black fruit with a dash of sweet spice. I call this a "ballerina" wine. It shows power and delicacy. A very nice balance.

Our 2007 Merlot entices with aromas of dark red and black fruit with a dash of sweet spice. I call this a "ballerina" wine. It shows power and delicacy. A very nice balance.

1 person found it helpfulOct 16th, 2013

7.6

Over ripe, flabby, and a lack of utilizing the OKD

Over ripe, flabby, and a lack of utilizing the OKD

Feb 11th, 2014

Wine Educator Meadowood Napa Valley

8.1

To quote Geoff Kruth "Jelly Donut". I won't quote Matt Stamp on this one.

To quote Geoff Kruth "Jelly Donut". I won't quote Matt Stamp on this one.

Feb 11th, 2014

8.5

Showing well - a little more earthy than I remember. Big fan of the Bolen Merlots

Showing well - a little more earthy than I remember. Big fan of the Bolen Merlots

Jun 2nd, 2016