Luna produces 3,000 cases of Merlot. Obviously John Kongsgaard has the right touch with Merlot, as evidenced by some of the Newton Merlots he fashioned. Luna's 1997 Merlot, which includes 20% Cabernet Franc, exhibits a dark ruby color, big, espresso bean, mocha, chocolate, and berry scents and flavors, good spice, moderate tannin, and a dense, concentrated mid-palate that is just beginning to unfold. I would not be surprised to see this wine merit a 90-point score with another 6-12 months of bottle age. It came in at a hefty 14.1% alcohol.Tel. (707) 255-5862