Star Lane Merlot 2013

It is exciting when one observes both varietal character and site characteristics at once. Merlot in its pure blackberry and blueberry fruit, there is also some kind of floral, sagely-sweetness we’ve come to expect from Star Lane Vineyard red wines. Very youthful in its flavor expression, the palate’s primary bend is toward freshness, charm, and a subtle depth. Very fine tannins and balanced mouth feel belie the wine’s depth and serious structure. Our belief is this wine will carry itself for some time, rewarding the patient.