Palmer 2009 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island)

Country: US

Province: New York

Region: North Fork of Long Island

Variety: Merlot

Winery: Palmer

Points: 88

Taster: Anna Lee C. Iijima

Whiffs of barnyard and earth lend a rustic, yet comforting, tone to black cherry and berry aromas on this elegant, Old-World style wine. The palate is crisp with tart black-fruit flavors framed within layers of soft, chalky tannins. It finishes moderately long.