Merus, Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Pinot Noir rich purple and black fruits

rich purple and black fruits and brandy

concentration and intensity

Ageing continued in 80% new French oak

graphite-like notes

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Merus, Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Pinot Noir rich purple and black fruitsTorn label 95 Points Wine Advocate Tasted too late to make it into the December issue, Meruss 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits an inky purple color as well as an extraordinary bouquet of blueberry liqueur intermixed with graphite, charcoal, cassis, and spice. The wood seems pushed to the background given the extraordinary concentration of fruit. Full bodied, powerful, and rich with chocolaty espresso notes intermixed with blackberries and blueberries,