91
points
Bennett Valley Merlot

Matanzas Creek

Bennett Valley Merlot

2017 Sonoma County
$55
Not a historical or directOnly product
BROWSING ONLY
Description

Bennett Valley’s coastal influence, with its warm days and cool nights, is a perfect place to grow Merlot, and this Merlot is perfection. Layered aromas of black cherry, dark chocolate and raspberry preserves develop into chocolate-covered cherries on the palate. Beautifully balanced with a long finish. Name something better than chocolate-covered cherries. We’ll wait.
Acclaim
91
points
Vinous
AG 7/2020
RECENT TASTING NOTES
The 2017 Merlot Bennett Valley is laced with dark cherry, tobacco, cedar, licorice, menthol, dried herbs and a touch of oak. Medium in body, with terrific pliancy and plenty of character, the Bennett Valley Merlot has a lot to offer. I especially like the way it broadens on the mid-palate and into the finish.
Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 7/2020
Bennett Valley Merlot
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