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Napa Valley 2020

Merlot – Half Bottle

Napa Valley
$12.80 CLUB
375ml Bottle

Our Estate Vineyards provide the backbone to this vibrant Napa Valley Merlot. Aromas of ripe raspberry and plum jam emerge from the glass, enhanced by caramel notes from oak aging. A bright entry of red fruit flavors balanced by stunning minerality and notes of rich, velvety chocolate-covered cherries. A “Cab-Lovers” Merlot with structure, mid-palate weight and a long, round finish.

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Wine Specs

vintage

2020

Bottling Date

August 2022

Release Date

April 2023

Alcohol %

14.6

Acid

0.60 g/100 ml

pH

3.69

Varietal Composition

82% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Malbec

Fermentation

100% Stainless Steel |
15 Days Skin Contact

Aging

20 Months in Oak Barrels
30% New Oak

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Vineyard Notes

  • Merlot from these esteemed vineyards:
    • Yountville Ranch – density, texture
    • Hopper House – dark chocolate
    • Little Cannon – red cherries, bright acidity
    • Rockerbox – black cherry, minerality

    Blended with:

    • Cabernet Sauvignon – added structure
    • Malbec – plush texture

Harvest Notes

  • Long, warm summer with few heat spikes
  • Mild weather at harvest preserved freshness and finesse
  • Extended hang time
  • Exceptional fruit development offers dazzling color, structure and tannin maturity