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Bolen Family Estates Merlot 2007

     I am a long-time Merlot lover who was never swayed by Sideways' wine snob, Miles. I watched a Cork'd Video where Gary Vaynerchuk interviewed Eric Bolen about his new Merlot, "the World's Best Merlot". If you are a fan of Gary, you know he is very enthusiastic and, usually, guests can't keep up with his level of exuberance. 

     The owner of Bolen Family Estates managed to do this and really sell his 100% varietal Merlot at the same time. He mentions that his winemaker is Tom Rinaldi of Duckhorn Merlot fame, the quality source of his grapes in the Oak Knoll district of Napa Valley and the entire family's passion for the project. After attempting to seek it out here in Houston to no avail, I decided to order a bottle and see for myself. 

     In the glass, the wine was a deep ruby color with pronounced aromas of red fruit-primarily ripe plums, with nutmeg and touches of oak. Rich flavors mirrored the aromas and were balanced with medium acidity and smooth tannins with high alcohol (15.2% abv). An exceptional wine.

     I am certain that Miles never had Bolen or he would not have hated Merlot. Truly yummy!  

Comments

  1. agree 100%
    It is one of the best merot I have had. The flavors burst out for the average drinker who I am sure would never experience anything quite like it. At least I had not and the case I bought has been well received by the other social drinkers in our circle. At 60 bucks a pop though, it is not an average pour.

    cheers though!

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  2. Thanks for the great review. I appreciate you helping me get the word out about great Merlot. Cheers!

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