2023 Merlot

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Handpicked from our sustainably farmed Los Alamos Valley Vineyard, the 2023 Merlot reflects an exceptionally long, mild growing season that allowed the fruit to develop richness and complexity while retaining beautiful balance. Fermented in small lots with traditional hand punch-downs and aged in French oak, it opens with generous black cherry and dark plum, followed by layers of leather, earth and savory spice with a subtle note of vanilla from the barrel. The palate is rich and polished, with supple tannins, classic structure and a long, beautifully integrated finish.

Merlot
Los Alamos Valley
Bordeaux varietal
$38.00
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Vintage: 
2023
Appellation: 
Santa Barbara County
Estate Vineyard: 
Los Alamos Valley Vineyards
Price: 
$38.00
Composition: 

100% Merlot

Fermentation: 

Punchdown

Oak: 

21 months 30% new French oak, 70% neutral French oak

Alcohol: 
14.50%
Acidity: 
0.61
pH: 
3.63
Bottled: 
July, 2025
Release Date: 
November, 2026
Production: 
168
Winemaker: 
Megan C. McGrath
Awards: 

93 pts Wine Enthusiast November 26 issue

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