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94 Points - Wine Advocate, December 2007  

 
"There’s a sweet thickness to our 2004 Merlot’s aromas and flavors from the highly ripe, concentrated mountain-plateau grapes. The full-bodied flavors, which I would definitely describe as voluptuous, display a rich core of deep cherry and dark chocolate character. Enticing scents of forest loam, sweet cedar and toasty oak add complexity. The tannins are well- structured, yet velvety and supple." - Thomas Peffer, Winemaker

 
Appellation: Howell Mountain, Napa Valley
 
Varietals: 98% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon
 
Vineyard:W.S. Keyes Estate Vineyard
 
Harvest Date: October 14, 2004
 
Barrel Regime: 26 months in French oak (90% new), Nevers forest, medium-plus toast
 
Final Analysis: 14.4% alcohol by volume; .58g/100ml total acid; 3.56 pH
 
Bottling Date: February 7, 2007
 
Cases Produced: 274 six-bottle cases

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