Idlewright
Napa Valley, United States
A rich, dark, two-time 94 point platinum medal-winning wine with a luxurious texture, the Idlewright 2013 lives up to its Napa heritage.
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About This Wine
Idlewright
Opulent Red
"Rich and luxurious, this predominantly Merlot blend exhibits ripe red-fruit flavors, nicely integrated tannins and a subtle note of graphite for additional complexity. A Platinum award-winner at the 2018 Winemaker Challenge International Wine Competition." - Robert Whitley of Wine Review Online "Merlot is undergoing a bit of a renaissance thanks to wines like this, that aren't trying to act like other varieties, instead choosing to embrace their own unique characteristics. It's all here - cherry, blackberry, a touch of dried herbs, supple tannic structure and a long well-integrated finish. I'd have labeled this bottle Merlot proudly, but then I don't have a marketing manager. A Platinum Award Winner at the 2018 Monterey International Wine Competition" It’s hard to explore the world of wine without hearing whispers about the legendary vineyards in Napa. Nestled between two mountain ranges the valley floor has expressive soils, and grapes that thrive in this soil have characteristics that can’t be found anywhere else. The Idlewright Opulent Red is big, rich, and dark with luxurious flavors of black cherry, cocoa, and sweet oak. And not only is this wine from an incredible region, it’s from an incredible year. The Napa harvest in 2013 was textbook perfect, resulting in beautifully complex wines that our experts can’t get enough of.
Wine Region

Napa Valley
Flavor Profile
Pairs well with… Charred Onions, Flank Steak, Cheeseburger and Fries, Braised Beef
Body 4 Acidity 2Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 4Tannin 3
Tasting Notes
- Cherry
- Flint
- Oak
This is a big, rich, and dark wine. The flavors of black cherry, cocoa, plum, and pipe tobacco are on display. With a sweet oak profile, the wine has a luxurious texture, lingering finish and intriguing mineral core. Reach for a cowboy cut steak or perfectly medium-rare prepared Prime Rib.
Awards
Idlewright 2013 Opulent Red Napa Valley California: Opulent Red
8 TOTAL AWARDS
- Points 94 Points, 2018 Winemaker Challenge
- Points 94 Points, 2018 Monterey International Wine Competition
- Silver Medal, 2018 International Women's Wine Competition
- Silver Medal, 2017 Harvest Challenge
- Bronze Medal, 2018 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
- Platinum Medal, 2018 Winemaker Challenge
- Platinum Medal, 2018 Monterey International Wine Competition
- Bronze Medal, 2018 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge