The medium-bodied 1993 Merlot exhibits sour cherry and currant notes, intermixed with a cinnamon character. Drink it over the next 3-4 years. I have been a consistent fan of previous vintages of these red wines, and I have noted in these pages the progress being made with the whites. However, it appears a different stylistic direction has been implemented. This is especially apparent in 1995 and 1994, and to a lesser extent in 1993. Lamentably, the wines come across as more narrowly focused and compact on the palate, and because of that, they give the impression of having less intensity, flesh, and richness. I hope my judgments are proven incorrect.Tel. (707) 944-2020; Fax (707) 257-7501