ABEJA MERLOT COLUMBIA VALLEY 2022

A generous nose loaded with ripe plum is layered with complex aromas of baking spice, earth, and rose. The plum-hued glass boasts a palate led by a fresh strawberry, which opens onto a moderate body with powdery tannins and fresh acidity. Next, layers of rhubarb, black pepper, and cloves mingle with savory undertones of sage and olive, which continue to evolve throughout a lengthy finish.