2019 Whitehall Lane Napa Valley Merlot [WS91][JS91]

Producer: Whitehall Lane Winery 
Region: Napa Valley, California 
Varietal: 87% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot 
Year: 2019 

Wine Spectator, 91 Points 

"Refined and structured, with expressive red currant, toasty mocha and tomato leaf tones that gather tension and polish toward fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2029." 

James Suckling, 91 Points 

"Vibrant, fruity nose of ripe plums, raspberries, mulberries, licorice and nutmeg. Some chocolate orange, too. It’s medium-to full-bodied with creamy tannins. Plush, round and succulent." 

Winemaker Notes: 

"This Merlot offers notes of raspberry croissant, red currants, cocoa powder, and layers of graphite. The palate showcases fine, firm tannins alongside chocolate cherry lollipop, red plums, dried goji berries,  and toasted brioche.It is supple in texture and shows attractive depth on the finish. Enjoy now and through 2035 with proper cellaring." 

 Alcohol:  14.7%

Vegan-friendly (unfined and unfiltered). Napa Green Certified Winery. 

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