2006 Kendall-Jackson Highland Estates Napa Mountain Merlot

Tasting Notes

"Deep purple color with a note of blackberry jam and black currants. Multi-textured with blueberry, cassis and spice box flavors with a touch of minerality. Round, soft and sensuous with vanilla flavors throughout."
- Randy Ullom, Winemaster

Acclaim

94 Points - "California Merlot doesn't get much better than this. Shows the tannic weight and density of its mountain origins, a huge, gigantic Merlot that will take some cellaring. But it's fully drinkable now for the ultra-rich black currant, licorice, grilled meat, mocha and cedar flavors." - Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast, June 2009

91 Points - "The 2006 Merlot Howell Mountain is a dense ruby/purple-tinged wine displaying notes of crushed rocks, black raspberries, cherries, and white chocolate."
- Robert M. Parker, Jr., The Wine Advocate, December 2008

Wine Statistics

Appellation: Howell Mountain
Composition: 100% Merlot
Barrel Aging: Aged 16 months in French oak barrels, 51% new, medium to heavy toast finish
Alcohol: 14.7%
TA: .56 g/100 ml
pH: 3.65
Cases Produced: 581

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2006 Highland Estates Napa Mountain Merlot