Sweet black cherries and blackberries are found in the aromatics of the medium to dark ruby-colored 1998 Merlot. Medium to full-bodied and well-structured, this is an intensely flavorful cassis, cherry syrup, and boysenberry-flavored wine. Extremely well-made and seamless, it is reminiscent of an excellent Pomerol from a warm, ripe year. Projected maturity: 2002-2008+. Tel. (509) 525-4129; www.woodwardcanyon.com.