LXV’s 2015 Cira Vineyard Reserve Merlot opens with pie cherries, macerated strawberries, cola, mocha, graphite, and spice followed by a pastry note that’s steeped in vanilla bean. As with all of LXV’s Reserve wines long aging in 53% new French oak has resulted in a wine that’s softly focused with satiny, well-integrated tannins and lovely creaminess on the mid-palate lends a sense of plushness, polish, and luxury. 15.4% ABV | Sample
As I always mention with the reviews for this winery, LXV is one of my clients.
91 Points