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2005 Trecini Russian River Valley Vicini Vineyard Merlot ($35) A surprise winner from heretofore-unknown-to-us Trecini Cellars, this was aged in 40 percent new oak (70 percent French). The nose spoke of black fruit and a flowery perfume, almost Pinot Noir-like. On the palate, it was lovely, with well-managed tannins that come to a pinpoint focus. Although it tasted high in alcohol, it clocked in at 13.9 percent.
Four hundred cases were made.

Online here: www.sfgate.com September 21, 2007

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