Ghost Pines 2005 Merlot (Napa-Sonoma)

Country: US /
Variety: Merlot California
Winery: Ghost Pines / Napa-Sonoma

This is a new brand from Gallo, named after a vineyard the Louis M. Martini winery used to designate. It’s a rich, sturdy Merlot, with a thick tannin structure, and shows forward flavors of cherries, black and red currants, licorice, blackberry tea, cola and spice. Not an ager, but impressive for its complexity.