Sterling Merlot Napa 750ML 2008 polished tannins

polished tannins

or can be enjoyed by itself

Barrel fermentation and malo-lactic fermentation are completed

is unlike many other dessert wines in that it retains significant acidity in its flavor and as such has significant bright and fresh fruit characteristics

while spicy acidity persists through a luxurious finish

Sterling Merlot Napa 750ML 2008 polished tanninsThis least expensive of Sterling's latest Merlots stands up respectfully beside the winery's more expensive bottlings, which makes it a good buy. It's very dry, tannic and elegantly structured, with cherry and blackberry flavors enriched with sweet smoky oak.