Because Merlot flourishes in relatively cool growing regions with moist soils, it's extremely well-suited to the ancient alluvial loams, temperate climate, and long growing season of the Trefethen family's estate vineyard in the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley, a sweet spot between Napa's warmer up-valley regions and its cool southern tip.
Floral aromas and earthy undertones of graphite, sage and black tea lead to a palate with notes of dark cherry and black peppercorn fi nishing with hints of clove and star anise.
Floral aromas and earthy undertones of graphite, sage and black tea lead to a palate with notes of dark cherry and black peppercorn fi nishing with hints of clove and star anise.
