The 1994 Merlot's saturated inky black color is followed by a sweet jammy nose of black fruits licorice vanilla and smoke. Full-bodied with a voluptuous palate as well as a layered texture this low acid plump fleshy Merlot should drink well for a decade after its release next year. Yummy! Everything Dick Arrowood and winemaker Michel Berthoud produce these days merits significant attention.Tel. (707) 938-5170; Fax (707) 938-5195