This Merlot is crafted with grapes from vineyards in the southern part of Napa Valley, presenting fresh fruit character, polished structure, and bright acidity.

With freshness emphasizing its southern Napa origins, Stags' Leap Merlot shows tons of juicy black cherry and dark plum fruit alongside sarsaparilla notes of vanilla, caramel and allspice, giving a rich warmth to the nose. Savory, sweet herbal elements, (almost J§germeister-like), of cherry kirsch, bittersweet chocolate, black licorice, cola and chaparral floral blossom, thyme, mint and rosemary, also sit alongside sweet baking spicenotes, imparted from the oak ageing. The palate is fleshy, rich and full, with mouthwatering fruit flavors, polished structure, refreshing acidity, and soft, fine-grained, velvety tannins, leading to a lengthy silky finish, exhibiting a well-balanced wine that shows the true elegance of Merlot.

Located in the heart of the Stags Leap District, Stags’ Leap Winery continues a proud winemaking heritage in the prestigious appellation that bears the winery name. Simple, time-honored techniques have been used over decades to ensure that all Stags’ Leap wines embody a natural balance, exhibiting both intensity and finesse. A pioneering winery in the famed Stags Leap District – first vintage 1893 A top 10 brand in 6 varietal categories – the only luxury brand with these credentials Winemaker Christophe Paubert embraces simple, time-honored techniques to craft elegant, terroir-driven wines.

Located in the heart of the Stags Leap District, Stags’ Leap Winery continues a proud winemaking heritage in the prestigious appellation that bears the winery name. Simple, time-honored techniques have been used over decades to ensure that all Stags’ Leap wines embody a natural balance, exhibiting both intensity and finesse. A pioneering winery in the famed Stags Leap District – first vintage 1893 A top 10 brand in 6 varietal categories – the only luxury brand with these credentials Winemaker Christophe Paubert embraces simple, time-honored techniques to craft elegant, terroir-driven wines.

Proof/ABV: 14.5