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2005 Franciscan Oakville Estate Merlot
Vineyard: Franciscan Oakville Estate
Price: $14.99- $18.29
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Varietal: Merlot
Style: Red
Region: United States > California
Other Vintages: 2003 2001 1985
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Appearance: Deep ruby red intensity with crimson accents Aroma: Complex and layered with black plum and currants, vanilla, sage, and peppercorn, and sweet notes of toasty oak. Flavors: Round, full-bodied palate with vibrant dark cherry fruit, sweet herbs and silky mouthfeel. Very supple and elegant, the finely knit tannins highlight bold fruit and sweet tobacco notes, giving a velvety finish. 90 Points "Pale garnet hue. Complex scents of wild cherry, vanilla and chocolate with a hint of dust an...
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  • Fellow Drync'r
    Per cindy, smooth<br/>Nice nose<br/>Could taste the oak<br/>Buy more
  • simple1
    Had at Laura Jenkins b-day party 1-16-10 in St. Pete
  • Fellow Drync'r
    Tested home gift bottle need to buy
  • shawnandjen
    too tannic for jen. <br/>
  • Fellow Drync'r
    Great pick. 90
  • hipsrcool
    2004 @ flight
  • Fellow Drync'r
    Napa 2008
  • Fellow Drync'r
    Wine club