Rombauer Vineyards Merlot Napa Valley, 2010 domestic Proofed down with water sourced

Proofed down with water sourced from the Fushimi region

zero intervention in the cellar and little if any sulfur at bottling

Clairette Blanche

so this cuvée is a blend of grapes picked from three of their best vineyards – Les Bonnes Blanches

This wine is made of 90% Malvasia and 10% Ortrugo & Trebbiano Toscano

Rombauer Vineyards Merlot Napa Valley, 2010 domestic Proofed down with water sourcedThis classic, nicely matured Napa Valley Merlot boasts rich flavors of blackberry, ripe plum, and delicate spices. Grown in the cool climate of Carneros, the source vineyards for this benchmark produce thin skinned grapes with a more steady and gradual ripening yielding a more nuanced profile than expected. Full bodied sip with soft tannins and a silky finish, this classic wine pairs brilliantly with grilled skirt steak.