Haven's Merlot 2005, 89 from Robert Parker

Aroma Thyme Bistro now has Haven's Merlot 2005, 89 from Robert Parker, in stock. We just found out that Haven's is no longer in business. So we stocked up on this great Merlot.


winemaker's notes:

Our 2005 Napa Valley Merlot is now showing the potential of this vintage: bright fruit, layers of complexity, charming texture. It is a wine of texture, engaging the sense of depth on the palate. In the choice between immediacy and complexity, this wine leans ever so slightly to complexity, a tendency we are happy with. But you will enjoy it from the first taste, since 2005 gives us plenty of ripe fruit character to enjoy, even as it teases us with interesting notes we can’t quite name.

"Longer and richer than its predecessor, the 2005 Merlot Napa exhibits aromas of chocolate, berry fruit, underbrush and spice box." 89 Points,
Wine Advocate

"Good ruby-red. Reticent aromas of black cherry, redcurrant, licorice and tobacco leaf. Juicy, leanish and moderately concentrated, with a redcurrant flavor complicated by a floral element..." 88-89 Points
International Wine Cellar