Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot 2021 (Napa Valley, California) - [VM 93] [JD 92] [TWI 92] [WE 92]
Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot 2021 (Napa Valley, California) - [VM 93] [JD 92] [TWI 92] [WE 92]
Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot 2021 (Napa Valley, California) - [VM 93] [JD 92] [TWI 92] [WE 92]
Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot 2021 (Napa Valley, California) - [VM 93] [JD 92] [TWI 92] [WE 92]

Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot 2021
(Napa Valley, California) - [VM 93] [JD 92] [TWI 92] [WE 92]


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About the Winery:

Nestled in the Mayacamas Mountains between St. Helena and Santa Rosa, the picturesque 235 acre estate of Pride Mountain Vineyards sprawls across Spring Mountain at roughly 2,100 feet, six miles up a winding, narrow road above St. Helena.  The winery produces unique wines in contrast to those made in the neighboring valleys. The vineyards are set above the fog line, which enables the grapes to be exposed to California's hot sun from dawn to dusk. As a result, the flavors of these wines tend to be rich with ripe black fruits, "balance, nuance, and complexity." They are made to be approachable at a young age with the capability to age beneficially for 10-15 years. Their first wine was produced in 1991.

Appellation: Napa County
Vintage: 2021
Harvest: October 2021
Fermentation: Stainless Steel
Cooperage: French Oak
Blend: 88% Merlot
12% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol: 14.4%
Bottling: April 2023
Production: 4661 cases
Release Date: August 2023

 

Ratings & Reviews

93 Points - Vinous:

The 2021 Merlot is packed with dark blue/purplish fruit, new leather, spice, tobacco, mocha and licorice. Juice and enveloping, with terrific energy, the Merlot is absolutely delicious. the birghter style here is so compelling. Plush contours wrap it all together.  

92 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:

Lots of red plums, darker chocolate, and tobacco notes emerge from the 2021 Merlot, a beautifully textured, medium-bodied Pomerol look-alike that has fine tannins, notable purity, and a great finish. It's beautifully done and an utterly delicious, satisfying Merlot to drink over the coming decade. 

92 Points - The Wine Independent:

The 2021 Merlot, with 12% Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend, is deep garnet-purple in color. It springs with vivacious scents of black plums, black cherries, and juicy blueberries followed by hints of aniseed and spice cake. The medium to full-bodied palate is soft and juicy, with compelling freshness and a perfumed finish.

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast:

Plums and cherries accented by chunks of dark chocolate and a spiced finish, build a richly flavored and mouthwatering Merlot with a velvety textured, balanced acidity and a lot of persistence. Savory and satisfying. — Elaine Chukan Brown