Barnett 2021 Napa Valley Merlot 750ml

One of my favorites in the lineup, the 2021 Merlot has a terrific sense of purity and elegance as well as medium-bodied aromas and flavors of ripe black cherries, leafy herbs, flowers, and graphite. It's balanced and has silky tannins, beautiful mid-palate depth, and outstanding length. Drink this terrific Merlot over the coming decade.

Score: 91 points -- Jeb Dunnock, jebdunnock.com, 2023