The 2009 Merlot Frediani Vineyards is a gorgeous wine. Juicy dark cherries, violets, licorice and mint are some of the nuances that flow across the palate in this beautifully delineated, refined wine. The estate’s Merlot shows fabulous class and tons of personality. Tobacco, flowers and mint linger on the finish. This is a mid-weight, polished style of Merlot loaded with class. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2019. These are two beautiful wines from Selene and winemaker Mia Klein.Tel. (707) 258-8119

A beautiful Merlot, rich and evocative. It has soft tannins and delicious flavors of red cherry jam, red currants and chocolate, accented with smoky oak. The tannins are so fine. Drink now. ——S.H.(11/1/2011)—— 89