Barnett Vineyards Merlot, Spring Mountain District 2016

Antonio Galloni

"A wine of real distinction, the 2016 Merlot is perfumed, savory and super-expressive. Mint, lavender, blueberry fruit, licorice and floral notes are all nicely woven together in this very pretty, gracious Merlot. Medium in body, fragrant and light on its feet, the 2016 has so much to offer. All the elements simply fall into place in a wine that conveys plenty of mountain character."

Vinous

A wine of real distinction, the 2016 Merlot is perfumed, savory and super-expressive. Mint, lavender, blueberry fruit, licorice and floral notes are all nicely woven together in this very pretty, gracious Merlot. Medium in body, fragrant and light on its feet, the 2016 has so much to offer. All the elements simply fall into place in a wine that conveys plenty of mountain character.

Wine Spectator

Cedar and cigar box notes accent the well-framed dried red fruit and savory spice flavors. Offers lithe minerality, with poppy seed cake hints on the finish. Drink now through 2022. 1,100 cases made.

James Suckling

Ripe and fleshy with rather supple tannins, this is a prototypical Napa merlot that’s well balanced and has attractive blackberry and blueberry character, without a hint of overripeness.