This Merlot from Freemark Abbey, the historic Napa Valley estate established in 1886, represents a refined interpretation of California's signature red variety. The wine displays the characteristic plush mid-palate and dark berry profile that defines quality Merlot from this prestigious terroir, balanced by natural acidity and moderate tannins that speak to measured extraction and thoughtful cellar work. At 14.5% alcohol, it maintains composure and elegance rather than extractive power. This wine will reward careful cellaring over the next five to eight years, developing additional complexity and integration. Serve alongside herb-crusted lamb or aged Gouda to appreciate its subtle interplay of structure and fruit maturity.
Data sheet
- Alcohol content
- 14.5
- Origin
- USA
- Region
- Kalifornien
- Grape variety
- Merlot
- Closure
- Naturkorken
- Importer
- Weingarten Eden GmbH & Co. KG Rottalstr. 18 94086 Bad Griesbach i.Rottal
- Producer
- Freemark Abbey, 3022 St. Helena Highway N., St. Helena, CA 94574