Silenus Merlot Napa Valley 2016

Merlot from the Ranch 9 Vineyard located at the Southeast end of the Oak Knoll District with estate Oak Knoll Cabernet Sauvignon inserted for structure and depth.  Aged 22 months in a combination of new/neutral and French/American oak, giving this the royal  treatment.  Amazingly complex with flavors of ripe plum, violets, raw cocoa, vanilla, herbs, blackberries and a tiny amount of green earthy qualities making this a no-nonsense Merlot.