A lot of oak. Good aging potential. The Hogue Cellars Barrel Select '95 Ripe fruit with cherries and berries and a distinct vanilla flavor in the finish. A well-balanced, delicious wine. Barnard Griffin Columbia Valley '95 Delicious raspberries and blackberries on the nose.
Fruit comes through nicely.
Tannins not overwhelming. Some floral scents. Barnard Griffin Reserve '95 Lots of blackberry, spice and oak flavors. Excellent balance of tannins, acid and fruit. From one of the premier merlot makers in America comes another big wine that is infused with wild berries and cherries for a soft mouth feel.