Firestone 2009 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley)

Country: US /
Variety: Merlot California
Winery: Firestone / Santa Ynez Valley

Tastes like the wine equivalent of blackberry and cherry jam. It’s extracted, ripe and fruity, with a hit of citrusy acidity. Oak adds the usual notes of sweet buttered toast. Lots of people will like it at this price.