2009 Robert Foley Merlot
I
produced my first commercial Merlot in the 1976 vintage when it was
about as well-known as Charbono is today. After several years of
trying to convince folks to give it a try, its popularity grew and
eventually snowballed. Of course, Bordeauxproducers
have worked with this grape variety for many years and it is the
noble variety of the Cabernet family on the right bank of that
region. Like its Cabernet cousin, Merlot’s response to well-drained
soils is profound expression and firm structure in the wines grown
there.
Ripe
bright cherry-like aromas with a hint of raspberry. The palate
displays a rich middle flooded with flavors of berries, chocolate,
and espresso. A long finish is graced with gentle fine tannins –
this is a Merlot for Cab lovers. Winery
Notes
2008 vintage 95pts Wine Advocate
2007 vintage 95pts Wine Advocate
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