A classic Napa Valley Merlot with concentrated fruit and velvety tannins
Napa Valley, California, USA • 78% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Malbec, 1% Cabernet Franc • 14.5% • Duckhorn Vineyards • $39.99
Appearance: Deep ruby with reddish hues.
Nose: Aromas of violet, red cherry, blackberry, mint, green bell pepper, clove, cedar, smoke, mocha and mineral notes.
Palate: Dry and full-bodied, with lively acidity and silky tannins. Flavors of black cherry, black plum, cedar, clove, vanilla, and toasted oak lead to a long finish with smooth tannins.
Serve: 16-18 °C
Who will enjoy this wine?
Lovers of rich, polished and affordable Napa Valley Merlot, perfect for a steak and mushroom dinner.
Did you know?
The winery was founded in 1976 by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn, after the family’s visit to Bordeaux, France. The estate crafts wine across nine properties, focused on Bordeaux blends and championed Merlot as a world-class varietal wine.