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"The 1996 Merlot is a good value for this over-crowded/over-priced, often mediocre quality category. Ten percent Cabernet Franc has been added to the blend, resulting in a creamy-textured, ripe, mocha, berry, chocolatey-styled Merlot with good softness, excellent ripeness, and a pleasing, medium to full-bodied, savory finish." Wine Advocate #120, Dec 1998 |