Reviews & Ratings

2006 Kendall Jackson Merlot "Taylor Peak"

Winery: Kendall Jackson

Vintage: 2006

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Taylor Peak"

Wine Category: Merlot

Grape blend: 100% Merlot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Bennett Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $50

Cases produced: 1,025

KWG Score: 91.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: November 12, 2009

Wine Review: This very dark ruby colored Merlot opens with a pleasant blueberry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and very approachable. The flavor profile is a tasty blueberry with notes of dark chocolate and a touch of black pepper. The finish is rather dry and its savory dusty tannins are nicely prolonged. This wine would pair nicely with beef bourguignon. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Rich and round, with ripe plum, cooked cherries and chocolate flavors. Medium-bodied with a lingering finish.

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