The 2016 Woods Vineyard Dry Creek Valley Merlot is a classically rich, ripe and structured Sonoma County Merlot with a nod towards “Right Bank” Bordeaux. Aromas of blackberry, ripe plum, vanilla, cedar and cigar box tease the nose. The palate follows with mouth-filling blackberry and plum flavors, and hints of vanilla and oak spice. Soft, smooth tannins integrate with the extended structure to make this a balanced, elegant Merlot, from entry all the way through to the lingering finish.
