Mayacamas Vineyards was first founded in 1889. The historic estate is focused on producing high-quality wines with unparalleled structure, and the proof is in their Merlot. The 2020 Merlot — blended with 25 percent Cabernet Franc — is energetic and fresh, revealing blueberry, blackberry, and bing cherry notes with a tinge of violets, thyme, and cedar that are tightly knit with fine-grained, elongated tannins. Bright acidity and gravelly minerality lead to a juicy, mouth-watering finish. The brilliant concentration and structure will allow this to truly flourish in another five to ten years.
Mayacamas Vineyards, Mt. Veeder – Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2020
By Miranda Franco