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Charles Krug Napa Valley Merlot
Charles Krug Winery is where tradition, family and a passion for winemaking have thrived since 1861. In 1943, the Peter Mondavi Sr. family embarked on a journey, acquiring the iconic Charles Krug Winery, the oldest winery in Napa Valley.
Since then, the Mondavi family has dedicated themselves to leaving an enduring legacy that has continued for five generations and counting.
The 2021 growing season was characterized by low rainfall as part of a multi year drought. Lovely warm, dry spring conditions, early budbreak, warm summer, no heat extremes provided lower yields – smaller berries in smaller clusters. Harvest season was dry and fairly even, allowing for good fruit and color development. Our harvest for reds began in late-September and was completed by late-October, so a pretty compact 30 day red harvest.
The wine is a blend of 89% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Malbec, 1% Petit Verdot.
Our 2021 Napa Valley Merlot opens with expressive aromas of cherry, blueberry, cranberry, red currant, with hints of brown butter, cedar, white pepper, and green tea. This medium-bodied wine enters with soft, lush, sweet fruit and finishes with flavors of berries, baked fruit, sweet tobacco, flint, and toasted oak.
Charles Krug Napa Valley Merlot Notes To Your Senses:
- APPEARANCE: Deep purple
- AROMA: Cherry, blueberry, cranberry, red currant, with hints of brown butter, white pepper, and green tea
- TASTE: Soft, lush, sweet notes of berries, baked fruit, sweet tobacco, flint, and toasted oak
- FINISH: Long and lingering
- ABV: 13.8%
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