A blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot, the 2017 Girt By Sea Cabernet Merlot sees only about 15% new oak. A medium-bodied effort, it's silky and approachable, with leafy overtones to its cherry and raspberry fruit. Fun and easy to drink, it's a solid entry-level wine.