Melka Mekerra Merlot Knights Valley 2017 skus_30198960 The tasting notes are right

The tasting notes are right about toasted vanilla finish

very sweet yet vry good balance

The Tyrconnell can be served neat in a tumbler

Salty at the end with bitter citrus

wood barrel

Melka Mekerra Merlot Knights Valley 2017 skus_30198960 The tasting notes are rightBoth the Cabernet franc and Merlot were the first to be planted on this parcel of land in 2004. The aromatics boast ripe dark blackberry fruit with tobacco and leather components with hints of crushed rocks. The entry of the wine leads off with Merlot and then the depth and density of the Cabernet franc is apparent as the two harmoniously co exist. The finish is sublime with nice chewy tannins with a long lingering savory note. This wine is a classic