Kendall Jackson Great Estates Merlot, California, USA

肯德-杰克遜大園精選梅洛干紅葡萄酒

點(diǎn)擊次數(shù)：2389

The dense ruby-colored 2000 Great Estates Merlot reveals notes of espresso, new oak, sweet plums, and cherries. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and dense with hints of black fruits and chocolate. Some moderate tannin needs to be resolved. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2012. Tel. (800) 769-3649; Fax (800) 600-5895

The 1999 Great Estates Merlot (4,274 cases) is big, complex and structured, exhibiting this varietal's tell-tale chocolate/espresso characteristics along with a medium to full-bodied, powerful, Bordeaux-like personality. It should drink well for a decade or more. Tel. (800) 769-3649; Fax (800) 600-5895

The 1998 Great Estates Merlot (2,585 cases) offers up sweet black cherry fruit aromas and flavors with notions of vanilla and mocha in the background. The wine is medium to full-bodied, with chocolaty notes on the palate, and lush tannin, it should drink well for 5-7 years. Tel. (800) 769-3649; Fax (800) 600-5895