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Merryvale - Profile 2009 (750ml)
Price: $159.99
| Producer | Merryvale |
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| Country | United States |
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| Region | California |
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| Subregion | Napa Valley |
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| Varietal | Proprietary Red |
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| Vintage | 2009 |
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| Sku | 02662 |
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| Size | 750ml |
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Wine Advocate: 94 Points
The 2009 Profile is made up of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 3% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet colored, it features notions of baked blackberries, black cherry compote and crème de cassis with hints of cedar chest, pencil lead, spice box and fragrant soil. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has loads of relatively youthful, bright fruit with a refreshing line and grainy tannins to support, finishing with compelling purity.
Vinous: 92 Points
Bright, dark ruby. An element of minerality lifts the aromas of dark berries, chocolate and mocha, with an emerging violet nuance adding class. Silky and rich but also delineated and brisk, with its element of minerality and harmonious acidity giving cut to the flavors of cassis, black cherry and licorice. The strong, rising finish is firmly tannic but not dry; in fact, this wine makes the tannins of the Cabernet Sauvignon seem a bit dry and clunky by comparison. A lovely blend, and built for continued slow evolution in bottle.
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