Seven Hills 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA))

Country: US / Seven Hills Vineyard
Variety: Merlot Washington
Winery: Seven Hills / Walla Walla Valley (WA)

Right out of the chute this has sappy, delicious black cherry fruit, accented with scents of tobacco and graphite. Streaks of ash and more juicy berries fill the middle, as it unfolds into a taut, sculpted finish. A classical style from a vintage that favors it; accessible, yet built for cellaring.