Freemark Abbey Merlot Napa Valley 2022 (750ml) Primitivo with a hint of crushed

with a hint of crushed white peppercorn perking it up

he knew he also wanted to start a project where he could focus attention on a varietal and growing region that he loved

Italy - In 2016

Taste: A rich and complex palate opening with black berry compote coupled with a dark chocolate note and hints of cedary oak to follow

The finish is long and laced with iron

Freemark Abbey Merlot Napa Valley 2022 (750ml) Primitivo with a hint of crushedWinemaker Notes: "Red ruby color, our merlot expresses red and blue fruits, composed of dried cherries, ripe strawberry, blue berry cobbler, fruit cake, red raspberry jam, and plum. A very pleasant complexity includes baking spice, leather, milk chocolate and arugula. The spicy oak is very well integrated. Entry and finish are very smooth, with fruit resembling cherry and plum nuances. This Merlot has a good overall balance of fruit, body, and tannin,