*** Chez Ray Meritage, Lodi, CA, 2003

This is Chez Ray Meritage (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc) from Valley Oaks in Lodi, California, 2003 vintage, now 9 years from vintage date.    Showing some brick color at the edge.  Soft, round fruit aromas.  Full, sweet, deep mid-palate experience, showing sweet black cherry.  Fully round, ripe and drink-up-able now.