Reviews & Ratings

2018 Merryvale Cabernet Sauvignon "Napa Valley"

Winery: Merryvale

Vintage: 2018

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Napa Valley"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot & 2% Malbec

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $74

Cases produced: 3,516

KWG Score: 93.5 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: December 5, 2023

Wine Review: This cloudy and dark ruby colored Cabernet Sauvignon from Merryvale opens with a faint blueberry and oak bouquet with hints of black currant and fresh tobacco leaf. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round, very bright, and fresh for the vintage. The flavor profile is a stone dust and oak blend with notes of cassis and plum. I also detected hints of blueberry. The finish is dry and its moderate tannins build-up and last for quite some time. I would pair this with a New York strip steak. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Bright, fresh, and vibrant while rooted with a savory core, this is pure Napa in a glass. Aromas of leather, tobacco, cassis, and dried herbs dance with savory spices and blue fruits. The wine unfolds in layers, showcasing a finesse that belies its power. Medium-bodied with bright acidity that perfectly complements the fine grain tannins. Long, complex, and extremely pleasurable, this wine is a crowd pleaser now, yet will continue to evolve and improve over the next 10 years.

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