Merlot

2018 Merlot

A beautiful mix of floral and fruit aromas lead to flavors of black currant, plums and a hint of earth. The wine is medium-to full-bodied and has exceptional balance of the acid, fruit and alcohol. Lingering finish of black plum, leather and a hint of pencil lead.

Winemaking Notes

Vintage: 2018

Varietal Blend: 100% Merlot

Vineyard: Browne Estate Vineyard, Red Mountain Vineyard

Aged: 21 months in 50% New French oak, 54% second-fourth-use white oak

Alcohol: 13.90%

pH: 3.69

Acclaim

91 Points

2017 Vintage

Owen Bargeen of the International Wine Report

90 Points

2017 Vintage

James Suckling

90 Points

2015 Vintage

Wine & Spirits

Browne Family Merlot bottle