Sterling Vineyards Merlot Napa

The Sterling Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot is a vivid ruby-red color in the glass with aromas of blackberry fruit plum and ripe black cherry. The appealing bouquet leads to a mouthcoating rich palate where additional red and black fruit flavors mingle with notes of graphite and dried spice. The viscous mouthfeel of the wine is plush and the ripe tannins are refined and polished. The Napa Valley Merlot is well-balanced and elegant offering true varietal characteristics and a sleek flavorful finish. Vineyards Sterling vineyards have been making Napa Valley Merlot for well over 50 years. This history and winemaking legacy in the valley gives the winery access to some of the finest vineyards in the region. For the 2014 Napa Valley Merlot the grapes come primarily from the Calistoga and Oak Knoll districts. The warm Calistoga region is known for imparting big ripe tannins with dense fruit character. The Oak Knoll district-known as Napa Valley’s sweet spot-is a little cooler than Ca