| 2003 Blankiet Merlot Paradise Hills Vineyard: The 2003 Merlot is better out of bottle than it was from cask. An explosively rich wine that ranks among the finest Merlots I have tasted from California in the last decade, it boasts an incredibly perfumed nose of espresso roast, mocha-infused chocolate, blackberry, cassis, cherry liqueur, and smoke. With an enormous texture, fabulous concentration, a packed-and-stacked mid-palate, and an explosive intense, ripe, long finish, this stunning wine is extraordinarily complex and savory. Anticipated maturity: now-2020. Wine Advocate #162 (Dec 2005) Robert Parker 96 points Drink 2005-2020. Blankiet Winemaker: Helen Turley | http://www.blankiet.com/ |
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