Classy Napa Valley Merlot with solid varietal character, chalky tannins, firm structure and a long finish that’s just starting to crack open. Give this a good decant near term or age it five to ten years. I tasted this the day of the Atlas Peak fire — I hope this source survives!
Duckhorn, Atlas Peak (Napa Valley, California) Merlot 2014
By Rich Cook