2021 Grgich Hills Merlot

Aromas of dark plum, blackberry, rose hip, and violets lead into subtle layers of espresso, licorice, and moist earth. Ripe cherry, red berries, and cocoa pass across a velvety, medium-to-full-bodied palate framed by soft, integrated tannins and driving acidity through a long, savory finish.

Organically grown estate grapes ferment with indigenous wild yeasts in stainless steel vats. The wine ages in French oak barrels (35% new) for 20 months to integrate subtle toasted oak complexity while preserving pure, fresh fruit character.

Grapes come from organically and regeneratively farmed estate sites across Napa Valley, combining cooler-climate Carneros fruit with warmer parcels in American Canyon and Yountville. The blend of volcanic and alluvial soils under cool marine influences delivers balance, tension, and natural acidity.