The 2002 Merlot, 100% Merlot blended from the estate vineyard and several other purchased vineyards, shows a big, chocolatey, spicy, sensual nose, lusty, heady flavors, an uncomplicated personality, but it is an exuberant, fleshy, easy wine to drink over the next 7-8 years. Saddleback Cellars: tel. (707) 944-1305; fax (707) 944-1325; Venge Winery: tel. (707) 967-1008