2017 Upper Bench "Estate Grown" Merlot ribeye steak before a slight flinty and

before a slight flinty and salty finish hit you discretely

but tenacious

but quickly evolving towards dark plum

leather and forest floor

and an exciting future if you can lay it down a few more years

2017 Upper Bench "Estate Grown" Merlot ribeye steak before a slight flinty andAnother serious wine from the Estate Grown Series dedicated to showcasing small batch wines from the 7 acre home vineyard on the Naramata Bench. This refined Merlot has spent 21 months in French oak barrels, 33% new. The nose opens up with aromas of cassis and blackcurrant, quickly followed by notes of plum, licorice, balsamic, leather and dried herbs. The palate is modern and generous offering multiple layers of ripe dark fruits, ripe plum, dark