Duckhorn Vineyards
North Coast Sauvignon Blanc 2021
93% Sauvignon Blanc, 7% Sémillon
RSD 4,080
AWARDS
91 Points – Wine Enthusiast (for 2019 Vintage)
VINEYARD
At Duckhorn Vineyards, we have been making Sauvignon Blanc since 1982. Harvested from our estates and elite vineyard sites in California’s North Coast, this rich and elegant Sauvignon Blanc was blended with Sémillon to add depth and complexity. Despite an unusually dry winter and warm spring, budbreak was delayed due to light rain in March. The overall lack of rainfall led to light clusters and small berries, which resulted in reduced yields and great flavor concentration. Harvest began on August 5th with Semillon, and early heat generated a fast and furious first few weeks of picking. A much-needed mid-September cool-down allowed for sugars to realign with flavor development. Moderate temperatures continued throughout the rest of the season, providing additional hangtime for the grapes and
resulting in bright, fresh and refined white wines with lovely underlying complexity.
WINEMAKING
92% Stainless Steel, 8% new French Oak, Aged 5 months sur lie.
TASTING NOTES
The lush and alluring Sauvignon Blanc reveals aromas of lemon verbena, candied pineapple, lime and summer melon. On the palate it is silky and mouth-filling, with refreshing acidity framing the tantalizing citrus and tropical fruit flavors while carrying the wine to a long, focused finish.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: North Coast, California
Alcohol: 14.1%
Residual Sugar: N/A
Acidity: 0.60 g/100ml
pH: 3.48
Duckhorn Vineyards
Napa Valley Merlot 2018
82% Merlot, 16% Cab. Sauv.,1.4% Cab. Franc, 0.4% P. Verdot, 0.2% Malbec
RSD 8,400
AWARDS
92 Points - Wine Review Online (for 2018 Vintage)
VINTAGE NOTES
For both red and white grapes, 2018 offered near picture-perfect growing conditions, with mild spring and summer weather, and no significant heat events. The conditions were ideal for both our Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc, which show beautiful tropical notes and ripe flavors at low sugars. While our Chardonnay harvest began about three weeks later than normal, the fruit arrived at the winery in pristine condition, producing dynamic and complex wines. The excellent growing conditions naturally resulted in a slightly larger than average crop for our red Bordeaux varieties, with fully lignified seeds at low sugars levels. With temperate weather throughout fall, we were able to pick each block at optimal ripeness, yielding exceptionally juicy and polished red wines, with plush, well-rounded tannins, and lovely overall structure.
WINEMAKING
Aged 15 months in 100% French oak, 40% new, 60% neutral
TASTING NOTES
From its tempting aromas of ripe cherry and black raspberry to its sweet, dusty tannins and supple texture, this a lush and expansive expression of Napa Valley Merlot. Luxurious flavors of black plum, rhubarb crumble and chocolate-covered raspberry mingle with hints of graphite and clove on the long, vibrant finish.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: Napa Valley
Alcohol: 14.5%
Residual Sugar: N/A
Acidity: 0.59 g/100 ml
pH: 3.56
Duckhorn Vineyards
Three Palms Vineyard Merlot 2019
92% Merlot, 6% Cab. Sauv., 1% Malbec, 1% Cab. Franc
RSD 15,120
AWARDS
96 Points - Decanter (for 2019 Vintage)
94 Points - Wine Spectator (for 2019 Vintage)
Since our inaugural 1978 vintage, we have been proud to craft a vineyard-designate Merlot from the legendary Three Palms Vineyard. Named for its three iconic palm trees, this warm, up-valley vineyard features lean soils that cause the vines to send their roots deep in search of nutrients, yielding a profoundly intense and age-worthy wine with complex fruit and mineral layers. As a testament to its status as the benchmark for New World Merlot, in 2017, Wine Spectator honored our 2014 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot as “Wine of the Year.”
VINTAGE NOTES
2019 brought another exceptional vintage to Napa Valley, resulting in wines with alluring polish and poise! The season began with a wet winter followed by a mild spring. While this led to a slightly later-than-normal start to the season, ideal summer weather with no significant heat spikes ensured ideal flavor development, yielding complex and vibrant whites, and refined reds with elegant tannins, enticing aromatics and beautiful fruit flavors.
WINEMAKING
Aged for 18 months in 100% French oak, 75% new, 25% neutral
TASTING NOTES
Luxurious aromas of black plum, boysenberry and dark chocolate leap from the glass, followed by hints of sweet molasses and vanilla bean. On the palate, firm tannins and undercurrents of energetic acidity add brightness and poise to lush dark berry flavors, while promising a long life ahead.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: Napa Valley
Alcohol: 14.5%
Residual Sugar: N/A
Acidity: 0.57 g/100 ml
pH: 3.63
Duckhorn Portfolio
DECOY Merlot 2019
80% Merlot, 18% Cab. Sauv., 2% Cab. Franc
RSD 4,500
AWARDS
90 Points - Wine Enthusiast (for 2019 Vintage)
87 Points - Wine Spectator (for 2018 Vintage)
Established more than 30 years ago by legendary vintners Dan and Margaret Duckhorn, our roots run deep at Decoy. This California Merlot showcases the elegance of Merlot and highlights the bold fruit flavors. Reflecting the character of each growing season and the diversity of our vineyard sources, Decoy has established itself as a wine of distinction. From vine to bottle, we craft our wines to the highest standards, only using grapes from exceptional vineyards.
VINTAGE NOTES
Throughout California, the 2019 growing season provided picture-perfect growing conditions. Following a cool, wet winter and spring, summer brought perfectly temperate weather that created exceptional flavor development in the grapes. Warm weather during harvest ensured ideal ripeness, resulting in dynamic whites with beautiful energy and complexity, and lush and flavorful reds with deep colors and lovely intensity.
WINEMAKING
Aged 12 months in 100% French oak, 35% new
TASTING NOTES
From its plush, refined tannins to its rustic undertones, this alluring Merlot offers juicy layers of black cherry, raspberry and plum. On the palate, the flavors are pure and polished, with a mouth-coating texture that carries the wine to a luxurious, fruit-filled finish.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: 60% Sonoma County, 32% Central Coast, 8% Mendocino County
Alcohol: 13.9%
Residual Sugar: N/A
Acidity: 0.63 g/100 ml
pH: 3.55
Duckhorn Portfolio
DECOY Limited Napa Valley
Red Blend 2018
43% Merlot, 25% Zinfandel, 24% Cab. Sauvignon, 8% Tempranillo
RSD 5,400
Established in 1985 by legendary vintners Dan and Margaret Duckhorn, our roots run deep at Decoy. Building on our rich winemaking heritage, we invite you to experience Decoy Limited.
Crafted using grapes from some of the most acclaimed Napa Valley vineyards, including our own estate properties, this bold and luxurious wine is Decoy’s pinnacle Red Blend.
VINTAGE NOTES
2018 offered near picture-perfect growing conditions, with mild spring and summer weather, and no significant heat events. The excellent growing conditions naturally resulted in a slightly larger than average crop for our red varieties, with fully lignified seeds at low sugars levels. With temperate weather throughout fall, we were able to pick each block at optimal ripeness, yielding exceptionally juicy and polished red wines, with plush, well-rounded tannins, and lovely overall structure.
WINEMAKING
Aged 14 months in 40% new French oak
TASTING NOTES
Our pinnacle red blend, this bold and luxurious wine combines the finest Napa Valley Merlot, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo to create an alluring and complex wine. On the palate, velvety tannins accentuate the generous fruit, with gorgeous flavors of black raspberry, cherry, cassis, briary spice and sweet French oak lingering on the long, delectable finish.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: Napa Valley
Alcohol: 14.5%
Residual Sugar: N/A
Acidity: 0.59 g/100 ml
pH: 3.74
Duckhorn Portfolio
DECOY Limited Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
92% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Merlot
RSD 5,520
AWARDS
92 Points - Wine Review Online (for 2019 Vintage)
Established in 1985 by legendary vintners Dan and Margaret Duckhorn, our roots run deep at Decoy. Building on our rich winemaking heritage, we invite you to experience Decoy Limited.
Crafted using grapes from some of the most acclaimed Napa Valley vineyards, including our own estate properties, this bold and luxurious wine is Decoy’s pinnacle Red Blend.
VINTAGE NOTES
2019 brought another exceptional vintage to Napa Valley, resulting in wines with alluring polish and poise! The season began with a wet winter followed by a mild spring. While this led to a slightly later-than-normal start to the season, ideal summer weather with no significant heat spikes ensured ideal flavor development, yielding complex and vibrant whites, and refined reds with elegant tannins, enticing aromatics and beautiful fruit flavors.
WINEMAKING
Aged 14 months in 40% new French oak
TASTING NOTES
Elegantly structured and impeccably balanced, this gorgeous Cabernet Sauvignon displays voluptuous dark fruit aromas of blackberry and black cherry, with hints of lavender and rustic savory spice. The rich berry notes are echoed on the palate, where silky, fine-grained tannins and enlivening acidity carry the flavors to a lush, lingering finish.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: Napa Valley
Alcohol: 14.5%
Residual Sugar: N/A
Acidity: 0.60 g/100 ml
pH: 3.70
Duckhorn Portfolio
Postmark Paso Robles
Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
RSD 4,320
AWARDS
91 Points - Wine Enthusiast (for 2019 Vintage)
A Postmark is an official seal traditionally stamped on letters to indicate a significant place and date. Sharing a bottle of wine creates the same experience, transporting you to a unique vintage and site in the past. We bring you this Postmark from Paso Robles. Like a letter from a friend, may it bring joy when you open it.
VINTAGE NOTES
The 2019 growing season in Paso Robles was defined by mild weather and outstanding quality. A cool winter and a mild spring delayed bud break, with rains during bloom reducing the size of the 2019 crop. Overall, summer was temperate and even, with fewer-than-normal heat spells, allowing for more hangtime, and the development of great color and optimal sugar/acid balance in the grapes. Harvest for our Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon began in the first week of October. Ideal mild weather throughout harvest allowed us to pick each block exactly when we wished, ensuring optimal ripeness and flavor development, yielding beautifully concentrated, well-structured wines with layers of depth and complexity.
WINEMAKING
Aged 12 months in 100% French oak, 40% new
TASTING NOTES
This luxurious Cabernet Sauvignon offers aromas of blackberry, raspberry compote, plum and warm winter spices, as well as hints of lavender. The dark fruit layers are echoed on the palate, where the mingle with notes of dark chocolate, coffee, and star anise, with plush, velvety tannins carrying the wine to a long, rich finish.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: Paso Robles
Alcohol: 14.5%
Residual Sugar: N/A
Acidity: 0.58 g/100 ml
pH: 3.70