Merlot is the fifth most planted grape in New Zealand. Last year, 2013 is now being rated as one of the outstanding vintages in recent years and you will find many great, reasonably priced wines ...

“I always think half-forest fruit, half-stemmy, leafy characteristics ... are amongst the world's most renowned wines, it's also a prized blending grape, adding depth to Bordeaux blends ...

One of the world’s most widely planted grape varieties, merlot has plenty going for it. This soft, fleshy, early ripener can produce well-rounded, fruity wines that pair well with food ...

The characteristics remind me somewhat of 2019 ... Tonight (Monday) we will harvest our first Merlot grapes for 2023.” For real-time harvest photos and updates, visit the Napa Valley Vintners ...