2022 | Mark Ryan 'Little Sister' Merlot | Columbia Valley Dominio del Bendito impeccably balanced

impeccably balanced

discreet tropical fruit

menthol and licorice lend tons of intensity to this decidedly potent Verduno Barolo

lending to a good future

2022 | Mark Ryan 'Little Sister' Merlot | Columbia Valley Dominio del Bendito impeccably balancedThe 2022 Little Sister Merlot presents a deep, dark purple hue, hinting at it's concentration and depth. On the nose, the wine opens with a captivating perfume of crushed violets intertwined with dark fruit aromatics. The palate impresses with a great weight and structure, delivering a silky mouthfeel with flavors of plum and red current, beautifully balanced by subtle gravel and mineral notes. This complex and age worthy Merlot promises to evolve