• 82 Points
    B&E 2008 Reserve Merlot (Paso Robles)

    Harsh in the mouth, with a jagged feeling. Hot, too, from high alcohol that gives it a chile pepper sting. There's no problem with ripeness, but the wine ultimately is rustic and sweet.

    — S.H. Published 3/1/2012
  • 82 Points
    B&E 2008 Reserve Merlot (Paso Robles)

    Harsh in the mouth, with a jagged feeling. Hot, too, from high alcohol that gives it a chile pepper sting. There's no problem with ripeness, but the wine ultimately is rustic and sweet.

    — S.H. Published 3/1/2012
  • 82 Points
    B&E 2008 Reserve Merlot (Paso Robles)

    Harsh in the mouth, with a jagged feeling. Hot, too, from high alcohol that gives it a chile pepper sting. There's no problem with ripeness, but the wine ultimately is rustic and sweet.

    — S.H. Published 3/1/2012
  • 82 Points
    B&E 2008 Reserve Merlot (Paso Robles)

    Harsh in the mouth, with a jagged feeling. Hot, too, from high alcohol that gives it a chile pepper sting. There's no problem with ripeness, but the wine ultimately is rustic and sweet.

    — S.H. Published 3/1/2012