Here’s another blockbuster of a 2010 Merlot. I have found that Merlot of 2010 are ripe and ready, but with an age-worthiness that’ll make them even better in 5-7 years; this Strewn number follows right in line with those. Nose of blueberry skin, blackberry, black raspberry and cocoa, followed on the palate with black cherry and raspberry, those blueberry skins and cocoa … the tannins here act in a complimentary aspect instead of something to weigh down and over-power the wine. Price: $26.00 – Rating: ****