St Francis Merlot (75cl, 14.5%)

A 100% Merlot red wine from Sonoma County, California, bottled at 14.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. St. Francis Winery farms over 600 acres of estate vineyards across Sonoma County, with grapes hand harvested and cold soaked before fermentation in separate sets. The wine matures in oak barrels, gaining structure and spice complexity while preserving generous fruit character. The estate's approach matches specific vineyard blocks to the variety, with complete control from vine to bottle. The nose shows cassis, ripe plum, dried currant and espresso, with vanilla and spicy herb notes. The palate is smooth and fruit-forward, with dark berry, bittersweet chocolate and red cherry, supported by round tannins and a medium-to-full body. The finish is long, with savory spice and cocoa.