Decoy Sonoma County Merlot Red 75cl 2015
- WINE SPECS
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Vintage: 2015Varietal: Merlot
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Appellation: Sonoma County
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Harvest Date: September 5 – October 14, 2015
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Sugar: 25° Brix
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Acid: 0.62 g/100 ml titratable acidity
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pH: 3.62
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Fermentation: 10-15 days fermentation at 80°F
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Alcohol %: 13.9
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Sold Out: For more than three decades, Duckhorn Vineyards has been crafting exceptional Napa Valley Merlot reflecting the rich diversity of the valley’s many appellations Drawing on our winemaking team’s expertise working with this varietal, Decoy
Sonoma County Merlot is a lush and inviting wine highlighting the elegance of the varietal from another exceptional growing region.
- Description
Description
Production Notes
Varietal Content: 92% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petite Sirah; Cooperage: 100% French Oak
Winemaker Notes
This lovely expression of Sonoma County Merlot offers lush layers of black cherry, cassis and cranberry, along with notes of cocoa and leather. On the palate, refined tannins underscore the wine’s velvety mouthfeel, while excellent acidity adds poise and length to the vibrant red berry flavors.
Production
In Sonoma County, a warm, dry spring resulted in an early budbreak, while an extended flowering period brought a return to normal yields after three years of abundant crops. With berry weights down, the grapes offered great concentration, while retaining excellent acidity. We had one of our earliest harvests in the past decade, but a light rain in mid-September nourished the vines and provided welcome additional hangtime. Overall, the quality of the fruit was exceptional, with our white wines showing both richness and complexity, and our red grapes displaying a fine balance between elegance and intensity, with gorgeous dark fruit flavors.
