Damijan Rosso Prelit 2021

70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon from Damijan’s south-facing vineyards, which sees a long on-skin maceration followed by three years aging in barrel.The 2021 'Prelit' opens with a dusty bouquet that mixes dried black cherries, cedar shavings, rosemary and crushed ashen stones. It's loaded with tension as tart blackberry and wild blueberry tones ride a wave of brisk acidity, while fine-grained tannins amass toward the close. Its energy is off the charts and it finishes long yet light on its feet, leaving a recollection of all of the pretty florals, spices and fruits found within and sweet tannins frame the whole experience.