Ravenswood 2005 Pickberry Vineyards Merlot (Sonoma Mountain)

Country: US / Pickberry Vineyards
Variety: Merlot California
Winery: Ravenswood / Sonoma Mountain

This is a Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend grown in the little appellation of Sonoma Mountain. It shows firm tannins and deeply concentrated flavors of currants and cherries, accented with smoky new oak. Despite the tannins, it has a softness that makes it drinkable now.