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Highland Estate Taylor Peak Merlot 2002
Bennett Valley, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California, United StatesEarthy, licorice root, black cherry, smoky tobacco, orange rind, barnyard leather aromas. Ripe, round, supple and concentrated Pomerol-like attributes. Spicy, mocha, black cherry, peppery, cardamom, chocolate pudding, and tobacco flavours with a cedar, mineral, orange peel finish. Good finesse with a touch of higher acidity. Needs 3-5 years to fully round out.Tasted: 12 April 2005Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $59.95 | 750ml | Speculative Listing Summit Fine Wine |
AB | $49.95 | 750ml | Fine Wine Boutiques |
Grape: MerlotCSPC: 293175UPC: 081584002710