Trefethen thankfully remains committed to this unfairly maligned grape, and continues to turn out some of the best examples in California. Age-worthy structure and firm grip throughout support black cherry fruit, brown spice, pepper and dusty minerality in this elegant package. Those in the know always have some Trefethen Merlot stashed away for when their wine loving friends come around. A Platinum Award winner at the 2016 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.
Trefethen Family Vineyards, Oak Knoll District (Napa Valley, California) Merlot 2013
By Rich Cook