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Napa Valley 2023

Merlot

Napa Valley
$25.60 CLUB

Our 2023 Merlot is made with fruit sourced from the best sites in Napa Valley, including our estate-owned vineyards in the Calistoga, Yountville, and Oak Knoll AVAs. Ripe plum and cherry jam flavors are balanced by spicy oak and lively acidity, producing a balanced, food-friendly Merlot that pairs with a wide range of cuisines.

ACCESS WINEMAKER NOTES

A bottle of Markham sustainably made Merlot.

Wine Specs

vintage

2023

Bottling Date

August 2025

Alcohol %

14.6

Acid

5.9 g/L

pH

3.57

Varietal Composition

94% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Malbec

Fermentation

100% Stainless Steel
14 Days Skin Contact

Aging

18 Months in Oak Barrels
32% New Oak

Vineyard & Harvest Notes

Sourced from these esteemed vineyards:

  • Yountville Ranch – density, texture
  • Little Cannon – red cherries, bright acidity
  • Rockerbox – black cherry, minerality

 

  • 2023 was the longest growing season on record, with late starts for all growing milestones: bud-break, bloom, fruit set, veraison, and harvest. Harvest started a week after Labor Day but went smoothly and finished relatively early.
  • Consistent, mild weather and long hangtimes resulted in excellent quality for both reds and whites, with the wines showcasing beautiful flavors, vibrant acidity, and excellent balance. An exceptional vintage.