Stinson Vineyards Merlot

The oak in this one is assertive, but it's integrated and works well. Intense and balanced nose of vanilla and black cherry, raspberry, and blackberry bramble. On the palate, cherry cough syrup, with only med(-) tannin and a medium finish of red fruit. Good with pizza. Intense flavor adds to the sensation of body, which is otherwise on the light side. Aged 15 months in 40% new French oak,

Bunch of Samples : Medium ruby color. Such an inviting, spicy and savory mix on the nose, with raspberries and black cherries topped in smoky tobacco, sage, clove and leather. The tannins show nice grip and the acidity is crisp, providing a refreshing balance. Tangy black cherry and red currant fruit, laced with pepper, leather, roasted red pepper, some light roast coffee and clay, earthy tones. Integrated already but this will be excellent in five years. All Merlot aged 17 …