Wölffer 2010 Lombardo Merlot (The Hamptons, Long Island)

Country: US / New York
Variety: Merlot
Winery: Wölffer / Lombardo

Deeply saturated with blackberry and plum flavors, this powerful, boldly structured Merlot balances rich fruit with complex shades of earth and mineral. Umami-rich whiffs of soy sauce and hay linger from nose to finish, hinting towards its development. It’s pleasant now, but should meld considerably through 2019.