Cakebread CellarsMerlot Napa Valley 2018

Product code: 13188
£67.65 inc VAT
USA
Red Wine from
California, USA
Country
Country: USA
Region
Region: California
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Napa Valley
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Cakebread Cellars
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.8%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Stephanie Jacobs
Grape
Grape: Merlot
Grape: 100% Merlot
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Country
Country: USA
Region
Region: California
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Napa Valley
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Cakebread Cellars
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.8%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Stephanie Jacobs
Grape
Grape: Merlot
Grape: 100% Merlot

Product Notes

Cakebread Cellars Merlot Napa Valley wine delivers a sublime blend of plum, black cherry and blueberry notes, complemented by hints of cedar and chocolate. Crafted in California's renowned wine region, this luxurious full-bodied red wine enchants with a robust palate, displaying polished tannins and an enduring finish. Aged in oak barrels, an added layer of aromatic complexity unfolds, exuding a warm, slightly spicy undertone. With a wonderful balance between fruit, acidity, and alcohol, it expresses inherent elegance and refinement. Cakebread Cellars Merlot Napa Valley wine embodies true excellence in wine-making.

Tasting Notes

This is a savory, bold and structured wine, with a firm foundation. Hints of dried herbs, along with aromas of deep blackberry and black cherry, are evident along with mineral notes of crushed stone. The flavors are deeply concentrated with black plum, as well as fresh blackberries to match the nose. Freshness and acidity are followed by silky textures and refined, elegant tannins

About the Winery

Cakebread Cellars

Cakebread Cellars is an illustrious winery, nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, California. The winery, considered by connoisseurs as a gem of American viticulture, was established in 1973 by the Cakebread family.

Over the ensuing four decades, they have steadfastly honed their wine-making skills, creating some of the world's most exquisite wines. With unparalleled dedication to sustainably produced, expressive wines, Cakebread Cellars has risen through the ranks, now held in the highest esteem by vintners around the globe.

Today, the winery's 560-acre estate boasts a range of thriving vineyards. From Chardonnay to Cabernet Sauvignon these vineyards are meticulously managed to deliver only the highest quality grapes. This commitment to excellent viticulture results in wine of exceptional depth and character distinctly representative of their Napa Valley origins.

Cakebread Cellars' approach to winemaking combines traditional French methods with cutting-edge technology, ensuring the integrity of their wines. The winery’s portfolio includes the revered Dancing Bear Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, whose rich, robust flavours have earned it a devoted following among discerning lovers of wine. The winery's line-up also includes the graceful and elegant Chardonnay, well loved for its complex notes of apple, pear and citrus.

Visitors to Cakebread Cellars are treated to an immersive wine-tasting experience. With stunning vistas across vineyards and mountains, the picturesque setting is the perfect backdrop for sipping these delectable Californian wines. Additionally, the winery regularly organises a range of curated events – from wine and food pairing workshops to gourmet dinners and vineyard tours – offering guests an insight into the winemaking process, and a deeper appreciation for the intricate craft behind every bottle.

However the heart of Cakebread Cellars lies in its people. Echoing the captivating blend of tradition and innovation characteristic of their wines, the Cakebread family and their dedicated team bring a warmth and earnest passion to the business of wine: setting Cakebread Cellars apart on the world wine stage,

https://www.cakebread.com

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