Peter Franus Merlot Napa Valley 2019

The 2019 visually greets you with a dark ruby vibrant youthful hue. As for the nose: graphite, blueberries and cream, roasted plum, dried herbs, and a rose petal note. The flavors reflect the nose in a refreshing style often absent in Napa Merlot. The balance of fruit/tannin/acidity is perfect, always a hallmark of this wine! By the way, the alcohol is under 14%, another rarity in the world of Napa Valley red wines. You can hold on to this beauty for many years if you like, but there is plenty of pleasure in the present.