Duckhorn Vineyards Merlot, 2022

Polished Napa Red with a Long, Vibrant Finish

This wine opens with an alluring nose of floral notes and dark red berries, characteristic of a quintessential Napa Valley Merlot. The palate is supple and polished with a seamless integration of fruit and tannin, enhanced by the inclusion of Cabernet Sauvignon and a hint of Cabernet Franc. The long, vibrant finish highlights meticulous craftsmanship and perfect balance

• Wine Spectator 92/100 Pts
• Wine Enthusiast 92/100 Pts
  
• Blend of 85% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc
• Aged 15 months in French oak (40% new; 60% neutral)
• pH: 3.65

STORY BEHIND THE WINE

Duckhorn vineyards was established in 1976 by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn. The fisrt vintage of Merlot was produced in 1978. They are now one of North America’s premier producers of Napa Valley wines.
“There is no recipe or formula. My job is to let the vineyards speak and convey the soul of the wine”- Renee Ary, winemaker since 2014.