2020 Long Shadows Pedestal Merlot, Columbia Valley, USA (750ml) Sercial While the blackberries and blackcurrants

While the blackberries and blackcurrants are there

with powdery tannins and a crunchy core of fruit

plum and mixed berries

terrific structure supported with elegant moments of oak and a finishing hint of anise

plus hints of tapenade

2020 Long Shadows Pedestal Merlot, Columbia Valley, USA (750ml) Sercial While the blackberries and blackcurrantsWINEMAKER'S NOTES: A concentrated and layered wine offering dark fruit aromas with a hint of tobacco. The mouthfeel is opulent, with luscious wild blackberry and chocolate covered black cherry woven around an appealing note of spicy clove. Beautifully complex, the flavors and weight of the wine combine to leave a rich, satisfying finish. TASTING NOTES: I loved the 2020 Merlot Pedestal, which makes the most of the vintage. Full bodied aromas and