Seavey Merlot 2004
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Jeb Dunnuck
The current library release, the 2004 Merlot is based on 75% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Petit Verdot that was brought up in French oak. It offers a deep plum color as well as a powerful bouquet of mulled blackcurrants, chocolate, tobacco leaf, and loamy earth. With medium to full body, plenty of sweet fruit, and still ample mid-palate depth, it's mature yet still drinking beautifully.
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As Napa Valley’s third most planted grape, Napa Valley Merlot shows time and time again its potential to produce exceptional results. Napa’s vaunted combination of climate, soil and the human factor of winemaking expertise lead to big, ripe, cellar-worthy and world-class versions.
Whether made by itself in single varietal bottlings or as an important role in Bordeaux Blends, Merlot continues a prominent role in this famous region. While Cabernet typically takes the lead role, Merlot’s contribution—even at 10% to 20% or so—is significant indeed. Often described as “the flesh on Cabernet’s bones,” Merlot lends a soft, round and plush character that beautifully complements Cabernet’s linear, full-throttle structure. Its flavors of plums plus subtle herbs and mint also dovetail nicely with Cabernet’s blackberry and cassis.