The attack, or entry, of this Merlot is a massive assault of flavor. It’s all raspberry and cherry jam, dark chocolate and the creamy caramel of new oak. Delicious, yes, but where’s the subtlety? Drink now.——S.H.(4/1/2012)—— 86

A good Merlot that shows a fine structure, without much complexity. The wine is dry and tannic and soft, with blackberry, black cherry, plum and oak flavors. Ready now.——S.H.(5/1/2010)—— 86

Cabernet-specialist St. Supery has succeeded with this dry, elegant Merlot. Held back for 6 years, it’s still quite tannic, with black cherry and smoky oak flavors. Makes the cheeks pucker with astringency. Probably at its best soon, with rich fare, like lamb, that need tannins to cut through the fat.——S.H.(11/1/2009)—— 88