95 Points New release of Plumpjack's Oakville Estate Merlot - limited. 95 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2016 Merlot is aromatically expressive and dense, a combination that is hugely appealing. Sage, mint, licorice, chocolate, lavender and black cherry jam run through this large-scaled, beautifully resonant Merlot. The interplay of elements here is really quite striking. There is quite a bit to look forward to. A dollop of Malbec rounds out the blend." 92 Points Robert Parker: "Containing a 4% splash of Malbec, the deep purple-black colored 2016 Merlot opens with notions of chocolate-covered cherries, plum preserves, spice cake and black pepper with hints of garrigue and wild sage. Full-bodied and boldly fruited in the mouth, the juicy black fruit is well framed by rounded tannins and oodles of freshness, finishing long and spicy."
Nikki Vlasic
Tasting really nice tonight. Especially after a white wine tasting
Tasting really nice tonight. Especially after a white wine tasting
9.4Chris B.
So this hit the spot. A gale force wind of plum and cherry pie aromas but seamlessly laced with flavors of cappuccino, nutmeg and a wood fired grill. Boozy but goes down easy.
So this hit the spot. A gale force wind of plum and cherry pie aromas but seamlessly laced with flavors of cappuccino, nutmeg and a wood fired grill. Boozy but goes down easy.
9.2WARNING: DRINKING DISTILLED SPIRITS, BEER, COOLERS, WINE AND OTHER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES MAY INCREASE CANCER RISK, AND, DURING PREGNANCY, CAN CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS.