Pietra Santa 2010 Estate Merlot (Cienega Valley)

Country: US / Estate
Variety: Merlot California
Winery: Pietra Santa / Cienega Valley

There’s a slightly sour, forest-floor funkiness to the nose of this wine from an historic appellation near Hollister. Not boasting much ripe fruit on the palate, the flavors lean toward leather and earth, with fine tannins, nice acidity and hints of licorice.