2020 Long Shadows Pedestal Merlot, Columbia Valley, USA (750ml) Sercial structured and layered wine tastes

structured and layered wine tastes distinctly of the appellation—a mix of sage

A full and rich red with lots of dried fruit

terrific structure supported with elegant moments of oak and a finishing hint of anise

plus hints of tapenade

the wine is intense and persistent with good structure and balanced acidity

2020 Long Shadows Pedestal Merlot, Columbia Valley, USA (750ml) Sercial structured and layered wine tastesWINEMAKER'S NOTES: A concentrated and layered wine offering dark fruit aromas with a hint of tobacco. The mouthfeel is opulent, with luscious wild blackberry and chocolate covered black cherry woven around an appealing note of spicy clove. Beautifully complex, the flavors and weight of the wine combine to leave a rich, satisfying finish. TASTING NOTES: I loved the 2020 Merlot Pedestal, which makes the most of the vintage. Full bodied aromas and