Duckhorn is one of Napa Valley's top Merlot producers, and this bottling represents estate fruit in combination with additional fruit from several vineyards representing the finest of Napa's varied microclimates and soil types. It incorporates 9% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Cabernet Franc into the blend and the wine was aged in large French oak barrels (25% new) for 15 months before bottling. From the winemaker: "With firm tannins and exceptional length, this is a lovely and age-worthy wine that shows how much Merlot can excel in a cooler growing season. The aromas are rich and inviting with layers of amaretto, sweet spice and cedar. On the palate, lush flavors of plum, blackberry and cherry dominate, with the tannins adding structure and depth."
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2011 McManis Merlot $8.99
2009 Rombauer Napa Valley Merlot (Previously $30) View Price
2010 Columbia Crest "H3" Horse Heaven Hills Merlot $10.99
2010 Ancient Peaks Paso Robles Merlot $13.99
2008 Keenan Napa Valley Merlot $32.99
