title: Switchback Ridge 2000 Peterson Family Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley)
description: A thick, dark Merlot, cloaked in smooth, fat tannins and redolent of cherry, licorice, blackberry, plum, spice, coffee, sage, thyme and hints of orange peel. Long and sleek, with toasty oak on the finish. Just a hint of tartness at the end, but still a terrific wine.
variety: Merlot
designation: Peterson Family Vineyard