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Franciscan Merlot 2002 (California)

Producer: 
Franciscan
Item name: 
Merlot
Wine type: 
Red
Reviewer: 
Tom DiNardo

What a great bargain Napa merlot! The nose features aromas of cherries, oak and leather. This merlot is dry with soft tannins, great body and terrific viscosity. Flavors of black cherry, berries, cigar box and mineral prevail. A wonderful finish will come as no surprise. This red is mature and ready to drink now.

Review Type: 
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