Venge Vineyards Hudson Vineyard Merlot Los Carneros Napa Valley 2022

Tasting Notes: Ripe black cherry, blueberry and cassis unfold with violet, cocoa and dark-roast coffee. Medium to full bodied, it layers graphite, gravel and savory mushroom over supple tannins and acidity, finishing long with cedar spice and a hint of dried herbs.

Final Blend: Merlot

Composition: 100% Merlot

Pair with: Herb-Roasted Pork Tenderloin, Porcini Mushroom Risotto, Thyme-Basted Roast Chicken

Hold Time: Now–2032

Alcohol by Volume: 14.8%

Acclaim: 91 Points, Jeb Dunnuck

"I wrote a love letter to Merlot because of this wine. The notes of cedar in this one take me right back to my PNW childhood." Gerri-Lynn Becker, Member Experience Officer