A solid Merlot, the 2010 Merlot Wild Child offers up notions of lead pencil shavings, black fruits, spice and hints of vanilla to go with a medium-bodied, balanced and nicely fruited palate. Textured, supple and also fresh and clean, it will drink nicely for 5-8 years. Drink now-2020.
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