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Platinum

Napa Valley Merlot

The Sterling Vineyards Platinum Merlot from Napa Valley is a rich, full-bodied red wine. It exudes a smooth and elegant texture with a velvety finish. The wine showcases a perfect balance of fruit flavors, with notes of ripe blackberries, cherries, and plums dancing on the palate. The acidity is refreshing and bright, enhancing the fruit characteristics beautifully. The tannins are notable, providing structure and depth to the wine. Overall, this Merlot is a beautifully crafted wine that exemplifies the excellence of Napa Valley winemaking.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Chocolate

Chocolate

Plum

Plum

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

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Grilled Meats, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Napa Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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