• Duckhorn Vineyards 2017 Merlot Napa Valley, California
  • Duckhorn Vineyards 2017 Merlot Napa Valley, California
2017 Merlot

Duckhorn Vineyards

Napa Valley, United States

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Taste the delicious Merlot offering from the world-famous Duckhorn Vineyards

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About This Wine

Duckhorn Vineyards

Merlot

Duckhorn Vineyards has a storied history in California winemaking. Their Merlot is no exception. The Duckhorn winemakers have blended several vineyard lots, incorporating fruit from their estate vineyards as well as from top independent Merlot growers throughout the Napa Valley. The resulting wine is a rich and cohesive expression of the entire Napa Valley, reflecting the varied microclimates and soils of the unique appellation. It has lush fruit flavors and a velvety texture. It's a delicious wine that showcases the beauty of Napa Merlot and the talent of the Duckhorn winemaking team.

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Duckhorn Vineyards 2017 Merlot Napa Valley, California

Wine 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.

Flavor Profile

Pairs well with… Charcuterie, Duck Breast, Roasted Chicken

Body 4 Acidity 2Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 2Tannin 2

Tasting Notes

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  • A figure representing the Raspberry tasting note. Raspberry
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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.