Frank Melis' Wine

Palazzo’s Best Effort to Date!

This might be the best wine ever produced by Scott Palazzo! This Right-bank oriented blend is a favorite of many top wine lists around the country like French Laundry, Per Se, Gary Danko, Delmonico, Del Frisco, Daniel and many others. I have been a fan from day one, and this 2008 release showcases what I have preached for years – a wine in Frank’s “palatable” price range $35.00 – $75.00!

Palazzo 2008 Proprietary Red, Napa Valley

On the palate this well-proportioned 2008 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot offers up a dense, yet extremely elegant and balanced profile. Merlot gives the wine sheer power and strength, silky texture and layers of dark cherry and blackberry fruit. The Cabernet Franc adds brightness, acidity and floral overtones to the wine … with the Cabernet Sauvignon adding structure and character to the wine … with hints of smoke, cocoa and espresso bean to the finish. This wine is big in body, yet silky smooth on impact with layers and layers of gorgeous fruit. The long, silky finish lasts a good 45 seconds.

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