Dry Creek Vineyard The Mariner 2017 Meritage, Sonoma County the-irishman chocolate and currants

chocolate and currants

After it aged to a full maturity of 6 months

and silky—almost delicate— tannins carry the wine into a beautiful finish

Daniel Benton

Rich flavors of fresh fruit join with soft oak to create a beautifully long

Dry Creek Vineyard The Mariner 2017 Meritage, Sonoma County the-irishman chocolate and currantsThe grapes for this delicious Bordeaux inspired blend come from several of our most prized estate and hillside vineyards in the Dry Creek Valley. At first swirl, the wine displays aromas of black currant, black cherry and spiced plum. Several more minutes reveal hints of allspice, nutmeg, cocoa powder and dried flowers. The palate has dark berry flavors along with earthy complexity and savory notes. It finishes with notes of fine leather, dried herbs