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Score 91/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, May 2011

(14.9% alcohol): Captivating perfume of black cherry, flowers, licorice and clove, with some intriguing soil tones. Lush, layered and sweet, with solid structure to support the cherry, licorice and menthol flavors. A chewy, seamless mouthful of merlot. Finishes with broad, ripe tannins and lovely savory length. Mark Carter noted that this merlot is harvested very late.

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90
90/100

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88
88/100

Robert Parker

91
91/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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88 points
Robert Parker
Score 88/100 · Drink 2010-2016, Robert Parker, Dec 2010

From a well-known Carneros site, the 2008 Merlot Truchard Vineyard offers notions of berry fruits, figs and coffee as well as medium body and a sexy suppleness. While not the most concentrated wine in this portfolio, it is a pleasant, round, generous red to drink over the next 5-6 years. These are impressive efforts from proprietor Mark Carter. Tel. and Fax: (707) 445-0311

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Carter Cellars
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Red

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Dry

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