Country: US /
Variety: Merlot California
Winery: Gainey / Santa Ynez Valley
Aromas of ripe red cherries, licorice and vanilla extract emerge from this wine by the longtime estate across from the township of Santa Ynez. Blackberry and blueberry fruits power the palate, but there’s a black dirt earthiness and some meatiness too. Tannins are still quite strong.