100% Sauvignon Blanc
Delicate lemon yellow. Rich apple and pear fruit aromas are intertwined with notes of crème brûlée, honey, toasty oak, and vanilla. The nose is layered with subtle hints of Meyer lemon and white peach adding dimension and complexity. Luxurious and full on the palate, showing rich flavors of apple tart, honeysuckle, vanilla, and fresh cream, with ripe pear, hints of citrus, and abundant minerality. Very full and vibrant with a velvety mouthfeel and a long finish highlighted by poached pear and hints of apricot.
A fruit-forward bouquet of Meyer lemon, Bartlett pear and crisp apple mingle with hints of vanilla and flinty mineral notes. Toasted almond rounds out the nose, evoking the creaminess that is to come on the palate.
85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 3% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot, & 1% Cabernet Franc
82% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Malbec, 2% Syrah
Our goal with Merlot is to showcase the best of this noble and important Bordeaux variety. We start by sourcing fruit from our Oakville Estate, which provides big body and structure; this gives our Merlot big shoulders. We then blend in fruit from vineyards in the cooler southern half of the Napa Valley–stretching from the Oakville District south to Carneros–in particular, the renowned subdistrict of Oak Knoll. From these vineyards the Merlot shows vibrant flavors, dense color, and supple texture. Each vineyard block is made separately, giving it the care and attention needed to reach its full expression. Together, the lots combine beautifully. Our Merlot is often called a “Cab-lovers” Merlot for its body and richness, a designation we are proud of.