Toad Hollow, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County) Merlot 2012

Sep 1, 2015

By Robert Whitley

Toad Hollow has long had the ability to sometimes dazzle at a modest prize, as it does with its reserve Merlot from the Russian River Valley’s McDowell Vineyard. The flavors are bright and intense, showing notes of raspberry, blueberry and strawberry, with a dash of sweet oak-vanillin spice. Slightly drying wood tannins are the only off note, so drink this wine young, while the fruit is still dominant.

Country / Region

Sonoma County

Appellation

Russian River Valley

Grape Variety

Merlot

Color

Red

Vintage

2012

Score

89

Price

US $ 17.00

Producer

Toad Hollow