Cakebread Napa Merlot Wine - 750 Ml

Merlot, Napa Valley

Whole cluster fermented. Willamette Valley - Oregon. Stewardship of the land est. 1983. This Whole Cluster Pinot Noir was fermented entirely from uncrushed Pinot Noir grape clusters. This technique retains the fresh fruit quality of the varietal and creates a wine which is delicious and accessible upon its release. This wine is an excellent companion with barbecued meats and vegetables grilled fish, pizza, sushi and spicy Asian Cuisine. These vines were tended by hand and cluster-thinned to increase flavor intensity. All of our vineyards are certified sustainable - LIVE (Low Input Viticulture and Enology) and Salmon Safe. Pinot Noir, a thin-skinned winegrape, develops a natural defense against botrytis (mold) in our moist, cool climate - the antioxidant resveratrol. - Jim Bernau, Founder/Winegrower; Forrest Klaffke, Winemaker. Technical: Pinot Noir Clones: Dijon 115, 667, 777, Pommard and Wadenswil. Soil Type: Willamette Valley soils including Jory (iron rich volcanic) and Laurelwood (