Palate

Within a structure similar to a French Pomerol, lies a classic California concentration of ripe, rich fruit.

Growing Conditions

The 2002 vintage of Merlot is another gloriously rich, profuse elixir in the classic Pahlmeyer style.

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Bottling

The wine was bottled with neither fining nor filtration on April 27, 2004.

Winemaking

The grapes were given a five-day cold soak before fermentation, and fermented on their own natural yeast.

Aging

Aged nineteen months in 100% new French oak barrels.