Bianchi 2011 Signature Selection Merlot (Paso Robles)

Country: US / California
Variety: Merlot
Winery: Bianchi / Signature Selection

This wine from the Geneseo district offers aromas of sour plums and just enough cigar box to tempt the nose. The flavors are a bit flat at first, then the acidity and tension of sour cherries emerges in the midpalate, bolstered by some black licorice.