Long Meadow Ranch Merlot 2018, Napa Valley, California

This rugged 650-acre landscape nestled in the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains gives way to a long, sweeping meadow, which provided the inspiration for the name Long Meadow Ranch. “We employ diversified, sustainable, and organic farming methods to produce elegant, balanced wines that express the authentic varietal character and terroir of our Mountain, Rutherford and Anderson Valley estates.” 2018 Merlot – Vineyard: Estate grown at the Mayacamas & Rutherford Estates. 100% Merlot. Maturation: Aged in 25% new Frency oak. Winemaker Tasting Notes: “A blend of small Merlot blocks at our Mayacamas and Rutherford estate vineyards showcases the pleasant synergy of mountain and valley floor fruit. The 2018 opens with aromas of Bing cherry, cranberry and pomegranate with the slightest hints of vanilla and cinnamon. A very light sweet French oak profile, long soft tannins, and a luscious acidity makes this a versatile quaffer that will please most at
your next social gathering.” – Justin Carr