Once & Future Wines

Sangiacomo Vineyard Merlot

9.23 ratings
9.11 pro ratings
Carneros, North Coast, California, USA
Merlot
Beef, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, Exotic Spices, Lamb, White Rice, Baking Spices, Herbs, Pasta, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Pork, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
Top Notes For
Jay Kline

Infanticide? Probably...but this is my first experience with a Sangiacomo Merlot and wanted to assess future purchasing potential. As expected, this came across very young and I did not give it the air time that it rightfully should have received. Nevertheless, the quality was undeniable and the potential, obvious. This was a mix of berries and cream, anise, and some mint. Super duper fresh. Medium weight. Long finish. For those that were able to grab some, I strongly suggest giving these cellar time or, at the very least, an extended decant. This is already good and has a very bright future.

Infanticide? Probably...but this is my first experience with a Sangiacomo Merlot and wanted to assess future purchasing potential. As expected, this came across very young and I did not give it the air time that it rightfully should have received. Nevertheless, the quality was undeniable and the potential, obvious. This was a mix of berries and cream, anise, and some mint. Super duper fresh. Medium weight. Long finish. For those that were able to grab some, I strongly suggest giving these cellar time or, at the very least, an extended decant. This is already good and has a very bright future.

Apr 16th, 2019
Brendan Baker

Red currant and graphite, velvety tannin, lovely bottle. And outdoor dining is back!

Red currant and graphite, velvety tannin, lovely bottle. And outdoor dining is back!

Jan 30th, 2021
Cody White

Coronavirus Stay at home wine. Great texture. Velvety and smooth. Luscious blue fruit flavors.

Coronavirus Stay at home wine. Great texture. Velvety and smooth. Luscious blue fruit flavors.

Mar 15th, 2020