Peter Franus Napa Valley Merlot 2018

The 2018 visually greets you with a youthful dark ruby hue. The nose is effusive with black cherry, ripe plum, hint of thyme, sweet oak, and rose petal and urges you to taste. The initially firm structure leads to a refreshing and complex mouth with black cherry, anise, and spice notes. The tannin, acid, and fruit balance is impeccable, always a hallmark of this wine. The lengthy finish is the icing on the cake, and the 2018 is poised to last many years. As a point of reference, we’ve been enjoying our 2006 this week