Napa Valley Merlot

2023 Napa Valley Merlot

A shining star of the 2023 vintage, this Merlot from the southern parts of Napa Valley is an absolute stunner. Think pure, intense fruit on both the nose and palate with a body featuring silky tannins and bright acidity. To try it is to love it.

RELEASE DATE

June 2025

HARVESTED

Oct. 9th – Nov. 1st 2023

AVERAGE BRIX AT HARVEST

25.2

COOPERAGE

16 Months in French Oak (35% new)

APPELATION

Napa Valley

VARIETAL COMPOSITION

100% Sauvignon Blanc

ALCOHOL

14.8%

Serving and Storage

Ready to drink? Our Merlot tastes best when it is slightly chilled to 65 degrees F. We recommend you put it on ice or in the refrigerator for a few minutes before enjoying as it’s best served slightly cool to allow its complex aromas to shine! This is especially important if you are drinking it outside on a warm summer day or near a fireplace.

Not drinking this soon? Store in a cool, dark place, ideally 57-62 degrees F, and on its side to protect it from damage and keep the cork wet. While this wine is delicious upon release, it will continue to develop for up to seven years from the vintage date.