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1997
+ Merlot
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| Page 1 of 1 | Previous | Next | | | SLAKED MAY 20, 2009 2008 Monte Bello Futures Tasting The 2008 Monte Bello will (probably) be made from just cabernet sauvignon and merlot for the first time in twenty-five years. All are superb. | | SLAKED NOVEMBER 5, 2008 2004 Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Merlot ** 2004 Napa Valley Merlot **+ Thoroughly enjoyable. Mondavi's website states the wine is made from 100% Napa Valley fruit and sees 20% new French oak. 2005 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ** The merlot was so good I went back and bought a bottle of the Cabernet Sauvignon. had never even been to the estate. God forbid. | | | | | | | | | -
SLAKED | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2008 2004 Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello ** have tasted Monte Bello cabernets from 1976, 1985, 1986, 1989, 1993, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2004, and I am constantly amazed by the wine's ability to age gracefully. According to the professional wine critics, 2004 was a very good vintage for California cabernets, merlots, and blends. These wines require patience. Margaux.) MORE >>
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