There is a lot going on here, so much so that you will want to give this a long decanting so as not to miss out on any details. That decanter will take care of the reductive notes that might put you off on a pop and pour, and it will expose a beautiful complexity of character that’s worthy of its price tag. Rich cherry fruit, vanilla and carefully selected barrel spice influence ride vibrant acidity and supple tannins through a long, satisfying finish. Well done!
Seavey Vineyard, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2019
By Rich Cook