Reviews & Ratings

2012 Kendall Jackson Merlot "Vintner's Reserve"

Winery: Kendall Jackson

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Vintner's Reserve"

Wine Category: Merlot

Grape blend: 97% Merlot, 2% Malbec & 1% Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Sonoma County

State or country: CA

Price: $23

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 87.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: March 13, 2015

Wine Review: This dark ruby colored Merlot opens with a pleasant black raspberry and plum bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced and savory. The flavor profile is black plum with notes of oak. I also detected hints of minerality and black currant. The finish is dry and its mild tannins are friendly. This is a very good everyday wine. Pair it with a burger. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Intricate layers of black cherry, plum, currant, and wild berry mingle with a hint of spice. The soft, delicate, elegant tannins of this Bordeaux varietal carry these aromas and flavors to a long lingering finish.

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