Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley 2006 Merlot, $46.74-$54.99, 91 points, poured a bright purple/red with a thin clear wine ring and medium sized legs.
Aromas of earthy cedar, ripe blackberry, and a hint of candy cane were quite good.
Full-bodied with good acidity and mellow tannins carried flavors of loam, herbs, violets and a hint of prune which were complex and tasty.
Finished long on easy persistent warm spices, the trailing palate, and a well-integrated 14.5% alcohol.
Varietals were 96% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Petite Verdot.
Paired perfectly with my Swedish meat balls and fettuccini.
Review from two years ago: Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley 2006 Merlot, $94.99-$125.00 (1.5L), 90 points
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