Ancient Peaks Merlot 2022 - 750ml

94pts Tasting Panel

Berries are on full display, partnering elegantly with dark, luscious bramble fruit and cherry coulis plus no small amount of nutmeg, coffee, and clove courtesy of an aging regimen of 18 months in French and American oak barrels. The palate is lively and the tannins are firm but finessed.

Winemaker Notes

The 2022 Merlot is elegantly scented with plum, mulberry, tobacco, caramel and black tea. The mouthfeel is expansive, ripe and velvety with flavors of black raspberry, cherry and blackberry, accented by notes of cocoa dust, coffee and toasty oak. Finely grained tannins extend into a smooth, rich finish.
The 2022 Merlot pairs perfectly with pan-seared duck breast, grilled veal chops and pasta with lamb ragu.