For those who like older wine but lack the patience and restraint to hold them in their cellar Ridgepoint has the answer, they’ll hold them in theirs’ until it’s ready; like with this Reserve Merlot that’s already 6 years old. The nose has a nice smoky-licorice note with touches of leather – and while the nose speaks old the palate shows off the more youthful aspects of this wine: blueberry, cocoa, anise along with some leather and spice … this one is ready now, but could still age another 3-4 years. Price: $35.00 – Rating: ****+