District Series 2019

Merlot

Oakville

Napa Valley

$49.60 CLUB

With Rutherford to the north and Yountville to the south, this Oakville District release fits perfectly into our portfolio, sourced from the very heart of Napa Valley. Merlot shines in the Oakville terroir, offering lush herb-scented aromas of black tea, black cherry and dried plums. On the palate, black cherry takes the lead, joined by flavors of cassis and briary spice, all leading to a round, ripe finish with powerful, grippy tannins.

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Wine Specs

vintage

2019

Bottling Date

August 2022

Release Date

November 2024

Alcohol %

14.1%

Varietal Composition

86% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon

Fermentation

100% Stainless Steel
38 Days Skin Contact

Aging

26 Months in French Oak
57% New

Vineyard Notes

Oakville District, Napa Valley
Holmes Vineyard
Soil Type: Gravelly Alluvial Loam
Harvest Date: October 4, 2019

Oakville is where the character of Merlot and Cabernet collide. It is an interesting challenge to tame the district to allow Merlot to shine equally.

KIMBERLEE NICHOLLS, WINEMAKER

Oakville AVA

With Rutherford to the north and Yountville to the south, Oakville is one of Napa’s most iconic AVAs
Elevation from 130-1000 ft.
Goldilocks climate, with heat from the north valley and cooling bay influence from the south

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