Thrilling Duckhorn Three Palms Vineyard Merlot

Located in Northern Napa Valley, Three Palms Vineyard sits at the exact location where warm temperatures and rocky, volcanic soils force the vine’s roots deep into the ground in search of nutrients, boosting the minerality and depth of flavors.

The growing conditions in 2018 were optimal, with a mild spring and summer followed by a temperate fall allowing the grapes a long hang time, achieving the perfect ripeness of fruits and tannins.

Winemaker Renée Ary and her team crafted a luxuriously captivating rendition of the 2018 Three Palms Merlot comprised of 89% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon accentuated with small amounts of Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec.

Duckhorn’s tradition of excellence comes full circle in this powerful yet elegant, full-bodied Merlot with a long, ethereal finish that’ll keep you coming back for another glass… and another.

From Wine Spectator: “Elegantly structured and featuring concentrated cherry tart and raspberry pastry flavors that are loaded with toasty richness. Creamy and spice-filled finish is backed by firm acidity and tannins. Drink now through 2026.” 94 Points

Winemaker Notes: “Once again, the famed Three Palms Vineyard has yielded a fascinating and luxuriously full-bodied Merlot. Aromas of huckleberry, black cherry, chocolate and fig rise from the glass, followed by hints of graphite, graham cracker, bay leaf and sage. On the mouth-watering palate the flavors are intense and complex, with velvety tannins and voluptuous fruit balanced by earthy undertones and Three Palms’ classic minerality, all of which carry the wine to a rich and remarkably long finish.”