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Cakebread

Cakebread Merlot

Name: Cakebread Merlot
Brand: Cakebread
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

United States, Napa

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.2

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Cakebread Merlot is a premium red wine crafted by the renowned Cakebread Cellars in Napa Valley, California. Known for their exceptional quality and attention to detail, Cakebread Cellars has established itself as a leading producer of Merlot in the region. This Merlot comes from select vineyards in Napa Valley, which boast ideal growing conditions, including warm days and cool nights, resulting in grapes with optimal ripeness and balanced acidity. The winemaking process involves gentle handling of the fruit and aging in French oak barrels, resulting in a wine that is smooth, velvety, and full-bodied. With its lush dark fruit flavors, hints of chocolate and spice, and a long, elegant finish, Cakebread Merlot is a classic expression of Napa Valley Merlot, offering a wine of exceptional quality and style.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Cakebread Merlot is a medium-bodied red with aromas of ripe red cherry, blackberry, and plum.On the palate, flavors of juicy red and black fruits mingle with notes of baking spices and a hint of cedar. The tannins are supple and the finish is long and lingering. Enjoy with grilled steaks, roasted vegetables, or light pastas.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

No/Low

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Merlot

ORIGINS

Winery: Cakebread

Region: Napa

Nestled in the heart of California, USA, Napa is a renowned wine region that has been producing some of the world's finest wines for over 150 years. With its stunning scenery, unique climate and diverse topography, Napa is a paradise for wine lovers. The history of winemaking in Napa dates back to the mid-19th century, when a group of European immigrants settled in the area and began planting vineyards. By the late 19th century, Napa had become a major wine-producing region, with a number of wineries producing high-quality wines. Today, Napa is one of the most important wine regions in the world, with over 400 wineries producing some of the finest wines in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.2

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