Sonoma Vineyards Merlot, Sonoma, California, USA 2007

Description

Sourced from vineyards in Sonoma, the 2007 Sonoma Vineyards Merlot reflects a warm and even growing season that favored ripeness and supple texture. The vintage produced wines of generosity balanced by sufficient structure for aging.

The bouquet reveals black cherry, plum, and ripe blackberry layered with notes of cocoa, cedar, and dried herbs. With extended bottle age, tertiary tones of leather, earth, and subtle tobacco have developed. The palate is medium to full bodied, with softened tannins and moderated acidity that lend a rounded, integrated profile.

The finish is smooth and persistent, marked by dark fruit and gentle savory nuance. A mature and approachable expression of Merlot from United States, showing harmony and evolution after significant time in bottle.