2022 Matanzas Creek Merlot

Fresh plum, dark cherry, and cocoa powder mingle with notes of dried sage, violet, and tobacco leaf. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it delivers plush dark fruit framed by fine, supple tannins and a clean, persistent finish.

Sustainably farmed grapes from distinct vineyard blocks are harvested separately and fermented lot by lot to preserve specific aromatic profiles. Maturation in French oak barrels integrates the fruit and rounds out the texture while preserving natural acidity.

Mountain ridges and gravelly benchlands rise above the valley floor in Sonoma County's Alexander Valley. Warm daytime sunshine promotes deep fruit concentration, while cool Pacific breezes sliding through coastal gaps maintain balance and fresh aromatics.