Martellotto 2014 La Gioja Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley)

Country: US / La Gioja
Variety: Merlot California
Winery: Martellotto / Santa Ynez Valley

Intriguing notes of sandalwood and cedar meet with dark red fruit and a touch of black pepper on the nose of this wine. The palate is layered with interesting touches of sage, marjoram, gravel and tar, hints of black cherry and loamy earth, and a chalky mouthfeel.