Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot 2022 [375 mL] (Napa Valley, California) - [JS 94] [VM 91]
Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot 2022 [375 mL] (Napa Valley, California) - [JS 94] [VM 91]

Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot 2022 [375 mL]
(Napa Valley, California) - [JS 94] [VM 91]


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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.

Tasting Notes:
Generous would be an understatement in describing the fruit of the 2022 Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot. The opulence and finesse of this wine beautifully showcase mountain fruit at its best. Blackberries dominate the first impression before unfurling into attractive aromas of black cherry and ripe plum, carefully accented by hints of bay and chocolate, with a touch of sage.  The juicy, ripe fruit makes for a mouth-watering first sip, but is kept at heel by its considerable tension, owing to the playful interchange of its balanced acidity and supple tannin structure. It is those traits that linger, providing a long, luxurious finish. It is stunning now and will continue to impress for years to come.

Appellation: Napa County
Vintage: 2022
Harvest: October 2022
Fermentation: Stainless Steel
Cooperage: French Oak
Blend:

85% Merlot
9% Cabernet Sauvignon
5% Cabernet Franc
1% Petit Verdot

Alcohol: 14.5%
Bottling: April 2024
Production: 4218 cases
Release Date: August 2024

 

Ratings & Reviews

94 Points - James Suckling:
"Lush aromas of Damson plums, blackcurrants and dried herbs. The palate is full-bodied with finely integrated tannins and bright acidity, giving notes of mocha, blueberry bush, graphite and licorice. Well balanced and textural. Drink or hold." (Dec 2024)

91 Points - Vinous Media:
"The 2022 Merlot is packed with blackberry jam, chocolate, licorice, espresso, menthol, and tobacco. This full-bodied, potent Merlot packs a huge punch. Then again, this is 2022." - Antonio Galloni (Dec 2024)