Tasting Notes

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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Lisa Perrotti-Brown - 29 Dec 17
Made from 100% Merlot, the 2015 Merlot Roberta’s Reserve has a deep garnet-purple color and gorgeous nose of black plums, warm blueberries and mocha with touches of anise, red roses and spice box. Medium to full-bodied and densely packed with layers of bl
Drinking Date: 2018 - 2045
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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 06 Nov 25
The 2015 Roberta’s Reserve, 100% Merlot, is just starting to open aromatically. Sumptuous dark fruit, new leather, licorice, chocolate and espresso are all dialed up. The intensity of the warm year marked by drought comes through in the wine's ripe profil
Drinking Date: 2025 - 2035
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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 06 Nov 25
The 2015 Roberta’s Reserve, 100% Merlot, is just starting to open aromatically. Sumptuous dark fruit, new leather, licorice, chocolate and espresso are all dialed up. The intensity of the warm year marked by drought comes through in the wine's ripe profile, but the tannins are ripe and the balance is impeccable. Readers can look forward to another decade or so of exceptional drinking. This is really in the sweet spot today. Superb.
Drinking Date: 2025 - 2035
United States Vineyard Fine Wine

United States

The U.S. is a top wine producer, with California leading at 90% of production. Napa Valley is famous for powerful Cabernet Sauvignon, while Sonoma shines with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Oregon's Willamette Valley excels in elegant Pinot Noir, and Washington State is known for robust Merlot and Syrah from the Columbia Valley. Notable producers include Robert Mondavi, Opus One, and Stag's Leap in Napa, Domaine Serene in Oregon, and Chateau Ste. Michelle in Washington.