The 2012 Red Willow Vineyard Merlot is a blend of 77% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Malbec, and 2% Cabernet Franc. This is a bold, structured and still a very smooth Merlot. It has a nose of dried flowers and a finish of chocolate and nutmeg. Total production: 148 cases. Alcohol 14.9%.