On the nose, enticing aromas of violet and smoke give way, most intriguingly, to notes of biltong. The palate is supple and sweet, and infused with blackberry, cherry and plum flavors. Very velvety in texture, the wine is also juicy and sharp. Tannins are well-incorporated, and the finish lengthy and
Aromas of cherries and subtle hints of oak and cedar. Jammy mid-palate of red fruits, finishing with gentle tannins. Pairs well with gourmet bacon cheeseburger, grilled strip steak topped with chimichurri.
Shelter Merlot is an unbelievable value, especially when you consider the source. Winemaker Robert Foley is behind this project of gathering high-quality Howell Mountain fruit from different vintages to create a dream of a Merlot. Richly textured and layered, this has a wonderfully smooth entry, boasting warm dark berry fruits,
Lurid red. Vibrant, sharply focused scents of ripe red berries and candied flowers are complicated by suggestions of cinnamon and allspice. Lithe and appealingly sweet on the palate, offering intense raspberry, cherry and spicecake flavors that deepen and spread out with air. The floral note comes back strong on the
