2007 Paloma Spring Mountain District Merlot

This outstanding Merlot offers a thread of complex aromas of black berry fruits, black stone fruits, chocolate, tobacco, spice and floral notes with a mineral overtone. On the palate the wine has a big silky mouth feel, well balanced, with flavors of berries, fruit, cocoa, cassis, and spice, and a long spicy finish. Fruit tannins tend to be big, but not harsh and are well integrated with the strong fruit component.