Duckhorn Vineyards 2017 Merlot Napa Valley, California

2017 Napa Valley Merlot

Duckhorn Vineyards 2017 Merlot from Napa Valley, California, offers a velvety experience with a medium-full body that envelopes the palate with rich flavors. The wine strikes a delightful balance with a subtle acidity that adds a gentle lift to the ripe fruit notes, making it a harmonious choice for those who appreciate a smooth and approachable Merlot. The integrated tannins provide structure without being overpowering, enhancing the overall elegance of this classic Napa Valley red wine.

Tasting notes:

A classic expression of Napa Valley Merlot, this wine offers alluring aromas of lush cherry, raspberry, cocoa, and freshly baked pie crust. The cherry and raspberry notes are echoed on the silky palate, where fine-grained tannins and flavors of ripe plum, blueberry, licorice, and subtle baking spice draw the wine to a long, elegant finish.

Plum

Raspberry

Cherry

Flavor profile:

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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