2022 | Mark Ryan 'Little Sister' Merlot | Columbia Valley Compañía de Vinos Telmo Rodriguez As is usually the case

As is usually the case here

it was bottled unfiltered and remained in the bottle until the demanding brothers decided it was ready

around 80% of which are in Premier Cru and 20% are even in Grand Cru locations

the finale is long-lasting and has a beautiful softness

and spice come together in a rose petal soft texture

2022 | Mark Ryan 'Little Sister' Merlot | Columbia Valley Compañía de Vinos Telmo Rodriguez As is usually the caseThe 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