Peju 2012 Merlot (Napa Valley)

Country: US /
Variety: Merlot California
Winery: Peju / Napa Valley

Smoky barbecue and big oak and tannin combine for power and density in this wine, which has a handful of Malbec blended in. Hard to penetrate at first, it over time reveals notes of blackberry, savory leather and cedar.