2019 Truchard Vineyards Merlot Napa Valley

Intense aromas of wild blueberry, ripe cherry, and cassis with a touch of cedar and earth. The mouth is layered with bright flavors of red currants, plum jam, and sweet vanilla. Ripe tannins fill the palate and provide an elegant finish of dried red fruits.
aged for 20 months in French oak barrels (35% new). Rackings occurred every 4 months until bottling in August of 2019. The final blend is 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc. This wine is drinkable upon release, but will reward careful cellaring for the next 15 – 20 years.