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Swanson Oakville Merlot Napa Valley 2003

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Merlot has gotten a bad rap as of late but there is no denying the wine's appeal. Packed with deep, dark berry fruit and nuanced hints of cocoa, herb and earth with a soft structure. Its velvety texture makes Merlot instantly appealing and an obvious alternative to similar, more tannic Bordeaux varieties.

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Rating: Critics Challenge 2006 Gold - As reviewed by Critics Challenge on 05/01/06 Big, ripe and absolutely, positively delicious--very, very yummy. Robert Whitley


 

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not as good as the 2002


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A true meeting of the Oakville and Bordeaux minds, this wine retains the weight and texture of the New World, with the nuances and complexity of Pomerol. The nose exhibits dried cherry, raspberry and a smoky blackberry, with the flavors in the mouth echoing this impression nicely. The fine-grained tannins for which our Merlots are known provide the round, ripe texture of this wine. While drinking surprisingly well today, the 2003 Swanson Merlot will improve and be enjoyable for at least the next 6 to 8 years. -Chris Phelps, Winemaker


 

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Rating: San Diego 2006 Silver - As reviewed by San Diego Int'l Wine Comp. on 04/01/06


 

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