Venge Vineyards Merlot Hudson Vineyard Los Carneros Napa Valley 2022
- Region
- California
- Appellation
- Napa Valley
- Winemaker
- Kirk Venge
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
Taste profile
Body: Full-bodied, expansive, luxuriously smooth
Aromas & flavors: Blueberry, black currant, allspice, lavender, jammy raspberry, barrel vanillin
Tannins & finish: Long and gratifying, fine tannins, smoky oak
Pairings: Grilled lamb chops, beef tenderloin, wild mushroom risotto, aged cheddar, roasted duck, rosemary-rubbed pork
Tasting notes are for this wine, but from the 2017 vintage.
Sources: delectable.com, vengevineyards.com, chappellet.com, jancisrobinson.com, frw.co.uk
“Violets, black cherries, flowers, and sappy herbs define the 2022 Merlot Hudson Vineyard, a juicy, elegant Merlot aged 18 months in 65% new French oak. Medium-bodied and balanced on the palate, with satisfying depth and texture, drink this beauty over the coming 5-7 years.”
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