2022 Merlot – Napa Valley Estate Bottled

Description

Named #61 on James Suckling’s Top 100 Wines of the USA 2025

95 Points- “Plush and generous aromas of Damson plums, citrus peel, iodine and tea leaves. This is full-bodied with soft tannins and balanced acidity, giving flavors of mocha, blackberry compote, purple flowers and dried herbs. Soft yet serious.” – JamesSuckling.com

This Merlot opens with an alluring bouquet of dark plum, violet, tea leaf, and a delicate touch of dried rosemary. The palate is round and inviting, with glossy tannins and a harmonious blend of mocha and dark fruit flavors that flow seamlessly alongside layers of boysenberry, blackberry, and mocha. The luscious dark berry fruit core is complemented by a polished texture that leads to savory notes of sage, Bay Laurel, and black olives, adding depth and complexity to this mouth-pleasing, juicy wine. The wine finishes rich and flavorful with deep, refined notes of espresso, dark chocolate, and crushed stone that showcase the intriguing nature of Napa Valley’s 2022 vintage.

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