Frei Brothers Reserve Merlot 2008

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Succulent flavors of ripe plum and cherry framed by a bouquet of vanilla and coconut. Read more

Firm, with rich dried berry, sage and plum flavors, wrapped within herbal tannins. Holds its focus on a long, complex finish. Drink now through 2006. Read more

Floral, grapey aromas and flavors are crisp and focused, with firm tannins and good length, though it lacks a sense of excitement. Drink now throug... Read more

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External Review
Source: Premium Wine & Spirits
01/03/2012

Succulent flavors of ripe plum and cherry framed by a bouquet of vanilla and coconut.


External Review
Source: Premium Wine & Spirits
01/03/2012

Firm, with rich dried berry, sage and plum flavors, wrapped within herbal tannins. Holds its focus on a long, complex finish. Drink now through 2006.


External Review
Source: Premium Wine & Spirits
01/03/2012

Floral, grapey aromas and flavors are crisp and focused, with firm tannins and good length, though it lacks a sense of excitement. Drink now through 2004.


External Review
Source: Premium Wine & Spirits
01/03/2012

A graceful style thatrsquo;s rich and concentrated, with a broad swath of currant, fresh sage, chocolate and black cherry flavors. Firm, herbal tannins and smoky, toasty oak carry through the finish. Drink now through 2007.


External Review
Source: Premium Wine & Spirits
01/03/2012

Soft and easygoing, with red currant and toasty dill aromas and cherry and herb flavors. Drink now.


External Review
Source: Premium Wine & Spirits
01/03/2012

Frei has done a very nice job with their 2007 Merlot, an opulent example revealing notions of plums, black cherries, mocha, and coffee beans. With delicious fruit, a full-bodied mouthfeel, and a heady finish, this blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Petite Sirah and Zinfandel should drink well for 4ndash;5 years. It is an excellent value.


External Review
Source: Premium Wine & Spirits
01/03/2012

Pretty nice Merlot, dry and smooth. Therersquo;s a little green vegetalness going on, as if the vines were overcropped, but therersquo;s enough cherry fruit to satisfy.


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