Castellare di Castellina, Toscana Poggio Merli other_regions_italy Finishes sweet and very long

Finishes sweet and very long

and quite saline

Intense tobacco

and blackberry with a hint of olives in the background

There is outstanding density to the overtly stony medium-bodied flavors that are rich to the point of opulence while delivering superb length on the balanced

Castellare di Castellina, Toscana Poggio Merli other_regions_italy Finishes sweet and very longThe 2013 Poggio Ai Merli is a beautiful wine from all sides. This pure expression of Merlot is generous and round with luscious layers that come forward one soft wave at a time. Perfectly ripened cherry, blackberry, spice, toasted almond and grilled Mediterranean herb form a seamless composition. This is one of the best editions of Poggio Ai Merli that I have tasted. The intensity is stunning and the velvety nature of the mouthfeel is impeccable. It