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TOM Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon 2000

Tasted:	21 Oct 2019 (age 19 years)
Name:	TOM Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon (1056)
Variety:	Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon
Year:	2000
Producer:	TOM
Region:	Montana
Rating:	ok+
Web Site:	Not available

The colour was deep dark brownish red. The bouquet had strong berry and soft oak. There was fruity plum and berry fruit, and a medium light oak finish. This wine had medium body. It was starting to taste a bit old, but still drinkable. It was quite soft with smooth tannins.

Note 1 I am not really a wine expert (just an enthusiastic amateur), so please don't take my recommendations as anything more than a rough guide to these wines. I can take no responsibility if you buy a lot, on my recommendation, and then regret it!

Note 2 You may not agree with my evaluation of these wines as a lot of this is quite subjective. I tend to put a lot of emphasis on complexity and intense characteristic flavours and bouquet, so if you disagree you might just have different priorities.