Toasted Head Merlot (2005)
| Winery: | R. H. Phillips Winery & Vineyard |
| Region: | USA » California » North Coast |
| Varietal: | Merlot |
| Type: | Table Wines |
R.H. Phillips Winery, nestled in the Dunnigan Hills northwest of of Sacremento, was founded in 1983 by brothers Karl and John Giguiere along with John’s wife Lane. Twenty-eight years later the Giguiere’s continue to produce quality wine with the help of winemakers Blake Kuhn and Owen Smith. Known for their Toasted Head brand wines, the winery sits on 1,700 acres and is a favorite site for weddings and other special events.
– Description from Cameron Skinner
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R. H. Phillips Winery & Vineyard on SnoothJuly 2012
Although the nose was OK I found this 2008 to be rather closed down on flavor and heavy with hot alcohol. Nice oak flavor, but harsh, sharp and very alcohol distracting. A bad, heat damaged bottle perhaps? Bottle #2, same vintage: Much better. Definite dark fruit flavor with a lot less alcohol noticeable. Nice oak, there is still a sharp charact... Read More
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