2022 | Land of Saints Merlot | Santa Ynez Valley Chateau d'Issan with the notes of pine

with the notes of pine needles and wet soil much subtler than in the 2019

round and seductively textured medium-bodied flavors conclude in a sappy

This is the second wine of Gruaud-Larose and has a similar character

Mark Ryan's version possesses boysenberry and cranberry fruit aromas that are pierced by a savory quality similar to bone broth

with accents of graphite

2022 | Land of Saints Merlot | Santa Ynez Valley Chateau d'Issan with the notes of pineFragrant with cherries and notes of mint and licorice. The palate is textured and slightly savory with tart blackberry and hints of coffee and cocoa. The tannins linger gently on the finish.