Francis Ford Coppola Diamond Blue Label Merlot (half-bottle) 2002

Merlot is known for its sweet blueberry aromas and this one has it. The aromatics tell so much about a wine; its ripeness and its intensity. There are great aromas of berries and baked blackberry pie. The palate has the identifiable Merlot raspberry and dense blue fruits on the finish. The wine has been aging in French oak for 12 months and it has imparted as stylish, toasty quality and elegant structure that supports the wines lengthy finish. For this Diamond Merlot, we added a small amount of Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon to increase its personality and lift aromatics. The resulting blend is extremely inviting with a great richness and interest, demonstrating why the Merlot has become so popular and appreciated.