Mayacamas Vineyards, Merlot, 2016

Name: Mayacamas Vineyards, Merlot, 2016
Brand: Acker Merrall & Condit [AC]
SKU: NYC-A-ACELL-050126-MVM2016-ROW92-BOX 51
Price: 99.99 USD
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Red Wine from California, United States

by Mayacamas Vineyards

$99.99

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Mt. Veeder Merlot the old-school way. Mayacamas planted vines at 2,000 feet on this Napa mountain back in 1889, and the estate's high-elevation, low-yield approach has always produced wines built more like Bordeaux than Napa cult bottlings. The 2016 is from the post-Schottenstein era, with consulting winemaker Andy Erickson bringing precision to the cellar while protecting the house style. Expect chalky tannin, graphite minerality and red-fruited focus rather than plush opulence. A rare California Merlot that demands the table, rewards a decade in the cellar, and reminds you why mountain fruit matters.

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Antonio Galloni

95 points

"The 2016 Merlot is a fabulous wine from Mayacamas. It is also very clearly a wine from Mt. Veeder first and foremost. A whole range of floral, savory and mineral notes give the 2016 striking layers of nuance and complexity. Sweet red fruit, white pepper, mint and dried flowers all grace this sublime, super-expressive Merlot. There is so much going on. Readers will find a wine of superb complexity, nuance and character. Best of all, the 2016 can be enjoyed with only minimal cellaring. I loved it." —Antonio Galloni

Decanter

92 points

"Elegant nose with stylish black fruit and some mocha notes. Opulent and juicy with fine concentration and weight of fruit."

Wine Spectator

90 points

"Sleek and pure-tasting, with focused red currant, dried cherry and plum flavors backed by fresh acidity. Crushed stone and light spicy accents chime in on the finish."

Wine Enthusiast

94 points

"From the mighty site, this wine is made by Braiden Albrecht and consulting winemaker Andy Erickson. It is a stellar version of the variety: chalky, structured and sophisticated in graphite, currant and cranberry, with a tease of black tea and sage. The tannins are elegant and will support aging."

More about Mayacamas Vineyards

Wine Details

Grape Variety

Merlot
Vintage

2016
Size

750ml
Farming Practice

Traditional

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Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Built for the table. Try with rare-roasted lamb saddle, herbed venison loin, grilled portobellos with thyme, or aged hard cheeses. Mushroom risotto with shaved truffle would also be sensational with the wine's savory mountain-fruit profile.

Tasting Profile

Medium-bodied and chiseled. Currant, cranberry and dark cherry meet graphite, dried sage, black tea and cedar. Tannins are firm and chalky, acidity bright, the finish long and mineral-tinted. Mountain Merlot with restraint, not richness.