LA STORIA MERLOT '15
TRENTADUE MERLOT "LA STORIA - BLOCK 500", ALEXANDER VALLEY 2015NVWE Notes: The nose of this fine Merlot opens with fruit scents of black cherry, black raspberry, black currant and black fig, tied to savory notes of mint, clove, dark rose, licorice root, leather and black tea. It is firm and gently tannic on the palate, yet overall stays soft-edged. The flavors mirror the aromas in their fruity-savory contrasts and they hold center-stage, while the sleek texture and quiet zest make for near-ideal dinner balance. Delicious and distinctively "Alexander Valley" in it's mint-accented dark fruit, it is ready to enjoy and will give fine service for several years.