2006 Kendall-Jackson Grand Reserve Merlot

Tasting Notes

"Black plum, boysenberry, and cherry flavors dance amongst the violet, chocolate and cedar notes. This wine is smooth and the tannins are refined and round. In true Merlot character, this wine caresses the mouth and lingers beyond each sip." – Randy Ullom, Winemaster

Acclaim

90 Points - "This is a tremendously rich Merlot, made from top Sonoma vineyards. Dry and tannic, it has potent flavors of cherries, blackberries, currants and cedar. Could develop in the bottle through 2012 with careful cellaring." - Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast, July 2009

89 Points - "A wine that should rekindle consumer interest in Merlot is the 2006 Grand Reserve Merlot. Plenty of seductive, chocolatey, black cherry, and berry fruit emerge from this deep ruby/purple-hued, medium to full-bodied, 100% Merlot. With good depth, a silky texture, and a heady finish, it should drink well for decade or more." - Robert M. Parker Jr., Wine Advocate, December 2008

Gold Medal - 2009 Sonoma County Harvest Fair

Wine Statistics

Appellation: 75% Sonoma County, 25% Napa County
Composition: 100% Merlot
Barrel Aging: 16 months aging in 88% French (31% new ) and 12% American oak
Alcohol: 14.5%
T.A.: 0.59 g/100 ml
pH: 3.50

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