Robert Hall Merlot

A little past due. Fruit disappearing, tannins still present but fading, prune and raisin tones. A little oak and cedar nose still, but the cherries are gone.

smokey jammy candied although the guy talking said that's not what they are looking for..............hu. Also green and grippy not pleasant though.

black cherry cough syrup is a bit too sweet for me, but this has some structure and a bit of acidity, cedar and pepper that make this a pleasant quaff; only 13.9% alcohol but i do get a bit of eucalyptus and menthol.

Plum and cherries on the nose. A bit of vanilla joined the party in the mouth. Medium tannins, well-balanced.

Never had a Robert Hall. Was surprise by the first sniff of this wine - it got my attention. somewhat of a complex aroma - Ripe cherries, hint of vanilla and licorice with a backgroud of very faint cedar. Colour was medium red. On the palete not as compex as the aroma but well balanced. Cheeries and mineral on the front end, with a nice finish that last about 20 seconds. Very soft Tannis.

Good example of why the Central Coast is famous for Merlot. Medium-deep in color with a nice nose. Opens well, providing hints of fruits and minerals. Nice finish also. A GV at less than $15.

Aroma of cherry with faint aroma of cedar. Flavors of dark cherry on the palate. This is fine for an everyday Merlot and wouldn't reject it, but I wouldn't serve it when hosting guests or trying to showcase some really good wines.