Judith Henderson’s Wine & Country Living

One of the oldest wineries in the region, Leonetti Cellars has produced a marvelous '09 merlot wine. Winemaker Gary Figgins expresses his winemaking philosophy: "Quality without Compromise." His hard work shows in this merlot, the Leonetti Cabernet Sauvignon and sangiovese red wines. All three wines produced from entrusted regional vineyards: Mill Creek Upland, Loess and Seven Hills Old Block; the vines grown and tended in a most sustainable manner.

About the merlot wine: The Leonetti '09 Merlot has an exquisite temperament. At a whopping 78 percent merlot, 13 percent cabernet sauvignon, 5 per...