2014 PARADIGM "OAKVILLE" MERLOT "The nose is amazing and I want to take a sip. Nice dark garnet color. Aromas are very plummy and ripe with perfect French Oak layering. Soft across the palate yet flavors are pretty explosive and exciting. Ripe jammy fruit with a very silky texture and mouthfeel. Tannins quite moderate in this beautiful Oakville Merlot. I love the balance between the acidity, fruit, and oak. Nice length too. Flavors persist for several minutes. Yummy Merlot." - Heidi Barrett, Winermaker