WA 90pts. - According to the Wine Advocate: Cocoa/chocolate nuances; black currant and cassis, smooth texture, some elegance, lengthy. Winemaker Notes - The Santa Ema Reserve Merlot has unmistakable vanilla and chocolate notes that highlight from the black fruit aromas. This wine has been aged for 10 months in French oak barrels. It is concentrated and deep, with soft and ripe tannins and a fruity and persistent finish. Rated 90+