92
points
Bennett Valley Merlot

Bennett Valley Merlot

2018 Sonoma County
$60
Not a historical or directOnly product
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Juicy, Velvety, Elegant
Bennett Valley’s coastal influence, with its warm days and cool nights, is a perfect place to grow Merlot, and this Merlot is perfection. Layered aromas of black cherry, dark chocolate and raspberry preserves develop into chocolate-covered cherries on the palate. Beautifully balanced with a long finish. Name something better than chocolate-covered cherries. We’ll wait.

Flavor Notes

  • Baking Spices Baking Spices
  • Sandalwood Sandalwood
  • White Pepper White Pepper
Acclaim
92
points
Vinous
AG 1/2025

Sustainability

CALIFORNIA CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLE WINERY

INTERNATIONAL WINERIES FOR CLIMATE ACTION

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Serving Recommendations

Pair with beet salad with sesame dressing, cassoulet with sausage, oxtail stew, or Moroccan lamb tagine.
Serve at
55ºF

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