Tasting notes: Lanza Merlot 2009

This is Lanza Merlot from Suisun Valley, California.  The grape arrival was described here.

Two years after harvest, this shows as deep purple magenta, opaque from about a half inch from the edge of the glass. 

On the nose, it shows bright purple ink with lifted alcohol.

Still quite primary and fruity on the palate, with rich deep fruits, but a light hint of acetic acid.  Finish is lively and clean.  Three stars on a five star scale, with a plus for deep potency.