2016 Seavey Merlot
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Looking first at the 2016 Merlot Seavey Vineyard, this medium to full-bodied effort is nicely concentrated and has impressive cassis, graphite, bouquet garni, and a touch of minerality. It’s balanced, has a great texture, and is an outstanding Merlot.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Seavey's 2016 Merlot Estate is powerful, dense and savory, as wines from this Conn Valley estate tend to be. Lavender, sage and tobacco add layers of nuance to this super-expressive Merlot. Far from an easygoing wine, the Seavey Merlot needs time to fully come together. There is so much character and personality here.
Composed of 95% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot aged 20 months in 33% new French oak, the 2016 Merlot is deep garnet-purple colored with warm plums, Black Forest cake and fruitcake scents with hints of black pepper, garrigue and tilled soil. It's full-bodied with plenty of plum and earth flavors filling the palate, supported by soft tannins and just enough freshness, finishing earthy. 302 cases produced.