1998 Columbia Crest Grand Estates Merlot

[newsguy]

had another bottle of this over the weekend, less than 48 hours after drinking the 97 burgess merlot...

even among much more expensive company, this 98 columbia crest grand estates is a standout. elements are in harmony, with even a bit more tannins that i remember the last bottle having. i will drink another bottle or two this year, then save my last couple bottles for next year. guessing this is close to the top of its game right now and will hold there a little while.

[This message has been edited by newsguy (edited 05-06-2003).]