Foley Johnson, Merlot, Rutherford

Foley Johnson · California › Rutherford › United States of America

Red · Merlot
Critics Average score from professional wine critics and publications.
91 /100
Reviews
2
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Taster #0550 · Jan 7, 2022
Pizza night with Nicole
2016 vintage
Taster #1718 · Oct 19, 2021
90/100
Is this a $60 (retail) bottle of wine? Maybe. At $42 (30% discount) it is VERY good. 2016 was a good year for Merlot in Napa Valley, CA. (Duckhorn Merlot (not 3 Palms!) is my Standard for Merlots - how they should taste and at a reasonable price. This may be better - but I believe it may be vintage dependent...) This is a big, bold "Rutherford" Merlot that opens up with decanting, aeration, or even a few minutes in …
2016 vintage
Taster #4845 · Dec 16, 2020
Food - herb and garlic pork loin or a grilled ribeye steak with caramelized onions and mushrooms
2016 vintage
Taster #2883 · Feb 16, 2020
92/100
Very deep round wet flavors with a long finish. Hints of dark cherry and juicy plum without tasting overly fruity. Delicious!
2016 vintage