A soft and juicy red with plum, tile and blackberry aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied and juicy with a black-olive undertone. A blend of estate, mountain fruit and Carneros. Drink or hold.
92 points, James Suckling (Aug 2022)
Mostly from the estate's Spring Mountain property, with a bit of Carneros fruit as well, Keenan's 2019 Merlot features attractive scents of black cherries, mocha and toasted oak. This 100% Merlot is medium to full-bodied, smooth, silky, nicely rounded and ripe, with decent length. It's a solid all-around effort that sells for a reasonable price.
91 points, Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate (Sep 2022)
The 2019 Merlot is a very pretty wine. This charming, light-bodied Merlot is pretty easygoing, but it offers a good deal of nuance in the classic style Keenan fans expect. The 2019 is not terribly complex but it is quite tasty.
90 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Jan 2022)