Keep, Merlot 2019 Domaine Richou offering a refined and expressive

offering a refined and expressive profile

the finish is incredibly persistent and characterized by the unmistakable hint of bitter almond

and expressive

cardamom and jasmine over a rich palate of juicy lime

Keep, Merlot 2019 Domaine Richou offering a refined and expressiveSourced from organically farmed Sonoma Broadway Farms, this is the debut vintage of Merlot from this exceptional site. The grapes were pressed partway through fermentation to preserve the vibrant, crunchy profile of the variety, then aged for 18 months in barrel to soften the tannins and enhance the fruit expression. The result is a beautifully balanced, medium bodied red thats both juicy and refined. Notes of wild bramble, fresh plum, and red currant