Winery | Clos du Val |
|---|---|
Grapes | Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot |
Region | Napa Valley |
Wine style | Californian Merlot |
Alcohol content | 13.5% |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Wine description | Today Clos Du Val’s Merlot is comprised of approximately 65% estate Stags Leap District fruit, with the remaining from neighboring Napa Valley vineyards. The winery's Merlot is full bodied with soft, silky tannins. |
California Merlots tend to more fruit-forward, with lots of raspberry and blackberry cut with strong mocha and chocolate notes. The tannin tends to be softer in warm climates.
Merlot is known for producing an inky, purple juice that varies hugely in complexity depending on the process used to make it.
Merlot is the most commonly known grape variety in France, and is one of the six permitted grap...
