This plum colored Merlot expresses Bordeaux-like aromatics such as ripe cassis and sweet leather, yet still maintains the forward ripe cherry fruit that the Napa Valley is known for. The palate is very forward with generous and supple black cherry, ripe plum and integrated tannins, making this wine an ageworthy Merlot. The finish displays firm tannins laced with sweet vanilla notes.

Food pairing

Half of this Napa Merlot saw extended French oak barrel aging, half of which was in new oak. Pair this limited release with Italian sausage lasagna, pulled pork sandwiches, or a mushroom-based savory bread pudding.

Producer

At Don Sebastiani & Sons, we strive to produce quality wine at an approachable price, regardless of the outcome of a particular growing season. Our winemaker Greg Kitchens works to create great wines that our customers identify as a reliable purchase. Kitchens has developed a distinctive character for each one of our brands. Each wine’s individual profile evolves with changes in established vineyard relationships, available fruit and flavor trends in the industry. Our winemaking approach at Don Sebastiani & Sons is to consistently create noteworthy wines in a style which is recognizably our own.