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Winemaker Series Lot No 1

2010 Napa Valley Merlot

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Winemaker Series Lot No 1 is a captivating Merlot from the renowned Napa Valley, showcasing a deep red hue that invites intrigue. This 2010 vintage offers a full-bodied experience, boasting a high level of acidity that invigorates the palate. The wine's fruit intensity is prominent, presenting lush notes of blackberry, plum, and dark cherry that gracefully intertwine with hints of cocoa and subtle herbal undertones. The tannins are notable, providing a firm structure that balances the fruit's richness while contributing to the wine's longevity. With a dry profile, this Merlot exemplifies the elegance and complexity that Napa Valley is celebrated for, making it a delightful choice for connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Chocolate

Chocolate

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

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, Roasted Lamb, Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce

Region:


Napa County
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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