Merlot
Moon Mountain VineyardWine Notes
The rugged terroir of Moon Mountain Vineyard continues to redefine what Merlot can achieve. The 2021 vintage has produced a wine of remarkable intensity and structure that stands shoulder-to-shoulder with our estate Cabernet Sauvignon. This commanding Merlot showcases the distinctive character of our high-elevation site, where organic farming practices and volcanic soils combine to create a wine of both power and precision. While exhibiting Merlot’s characteristic plush texture and approachability, this bottling reaches beyond conventional expectations. The addition of a small amount of Malbec amplifies its natural complexity, while extended aging in French oak provides a sophisticated framework for the intense mountain fruit. True to its origins, our Merlot demonstrates remarkable aging potential, promising to evolve beautifully over the next decade and beyond.
- Vintage2021
- Estate grown and crafted at Moon Mountain Vineyard
750 mL
1.5 L
Winemaking
- Blend97% Merlot, 3% Malbec
- Farming100% organic, CCOF certified
- Aging22 months in 60% new French oak
- Cellaring12+ years
- pH3.56
- TA5.9 g/l
- Alcohol14.6%