The dark ruby-colored 2008 Merlot reveals herbal aromas of green tea and damp earth, medium body and coarse tannins. It is best drunk over the next 3-4 years before the superficial fruit fades. It’s hard to believe that Barnett Vineyards is already 27 years old. Located on a beautiful hillside high on Spring Mountain, they have branched out from their original Cabernet program to include Chardonnays and, more recently, Pinot Noirs, all of which merit attention.Tel. (707) 963-7075; Fax (707) 963-3724