2022 The Estates Merlot Oak Knoll

$95

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A true reflection of place. Grapes for this Merlot were selected from our Oak Knoll District, which is known for more moderate temperatures than some other parts of Napa Valley, thanks to the cool bay breezes that drift in each day. This allows the fruit to ripen slowly and evenly while maintaining its fresh acidity and aromatics.

Available only to wine club members.

Black and whiskey cocktail cherries
Vanilla
Graham Cracker

Fresh Plum
Strawberry and blueberry
Baking Spices
Toasted Oak

ABV 14.8%

Vintage 2022

Varietal Merlot

Appellation Oak Knoll District

Acidity 6.9 g/L

pH 3.47

Residual Sugar 0.4 g/L

Composition 96% Merlot, 2.5% Cabernet Franc, 1.5% Cabernet Sauvignon

The majority of the fruit for this Merlot comes from the vineyards of our long-term growers in Oak Knoll District where slightly cooler temperatures provide ideal growing conditions for Merlot and enables us to pick the fruit when ripeness and freshness are in perfect harmony.