Walsh – Merlot 2020, Russ Mountain Vineyard – Virginia

The nose is fruity and offers a fine concentration as well as a fine power. It reveals notes of wild blackberry, black pepper and small notes of violet associated with touches of small dense black fruits, pepper as well as fine hints of spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers gourmandize, a certain concentration, a small jammy side as well as a fine tangy frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of concentrated blackberry, crushed raspberry and small notes of of jammy blackcurrant associated with a touch of fig, tobacco as well as fine hints of toast and nutmeg. Tannins are supple and sapid. Good length. A subtle toasted hint, vanilla and chocolate. A beautifully gourmand, fruity, fresh and mineral wine.