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10 Total Awards
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1 Double Gold Medals
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2 Gold Medals
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3 Silver Medals
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1 Bronze Medals
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  • Noetic 2023 Merlot Napa Valley, California
  • Noetic 2023 Merlot Napa Valley, California
  • Noetic 2023 Merlot Napa Valley, California
  • Noetic 2023 Merlot Napa Valley, California
  • Noetic 2023 Merlot Napa Valley, California
2023 Merlot

Noetic

Napa Valley, United States

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An intricate toast to intellect and passion—Noetic awakens every sense

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About This Wine

Noetic

Merlot

This exceptional wine is part of our Fine Wine Collection.

Winemaking The 2023 vintage’s slow ripening and sustainable vineyard practices, paired with extended maceration and careful blending, have resulted in a Merlot of vibrant elegance, layered structure, and exceptional aging potential.

Vintage The 2023 vintage in Napa Valley stands out for its impeccable growing conditions, defined by a long, cool summer and delayed harvest. These factors allowed for extended hang time, resulting in wines with concentrated flavors, vibrant acidity, and beautifully integrated structure. Drawing from the diversity of volcanic and mountain terroirs, the wines are both complex and expressive, showcasing layers of fruit and earthy nuances. Winemakers used meticulous farming and winemaking techniques, including organic and sustainable practices, to craft a vintage of exceptional balance and long-term potential.

Pairing Logic This bold and fruit-forward, this Merlot is a natural companion for hearty dishes. Pair with rich red meats, earthy mushrooms, or dark chocolate desserts to complement its layered black fruit, structured tannins, and subtle spice.
Noetic 2023 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… Grilled Ribeye, Mushroom Risotto, Dark Chocolate Cake

Body 3 Acidity 2Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 4Tannin 4

Tasting Notes

  • A figure representing the Blackcurrant tasting note. Blackcurrant
  • A figure representing the Plum tasting note. Plum
  • A figure representing the Tea tasting note. Tea

The 2023 Merlot greets you with blackcurrant, ripe plum, and a hint of black tea and vanilla. It unfolds with lush, ripe fruit, creating a smooth, round feel. Layers of dark chocolate, leather, and faint toast add complexity, concluding with a gripping dryness.

Awards

Noetic 2023 Merlot Napa Valley, California: Merlot

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10 TOTAL AWARDS

  • Bronze Medal, 2025 Sommelier Choice Awards
  • Gold Medal, 2025 USA Wine Ratings
  • Points 94 Points, 2025 USA Wine Ratings
  • Points 90 Points, 2025 Winemaker Challenge
  • Gold Medal, 2025 Winemaker Challenge
  • Silver Medal, 2025 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
  • Silver Medal, 2025 International Women's Winemaker Challenge
  • Points 94 Points, 2025 New York International Wine Competition
  • Double Gold Medal, 2025 New York International Wine Competition
  • Silver Medal, 2025 West Coast Wine Competition
Noetic 2023 Merlot Napa Valley, California