Walking Tree Merlot
Ancient oak trees dot the landscape of Alexander Valley. Walking Tree takes its name from one of these majestic trees that remarkably “walked” down a steep grade of vineyard during heavy rains, all while remaining upright and very much alive.
Tasting Notes
The 2019 Alexander Valley Merlot shines with attractive garnet hues and a bouquet of dark fruit, mature plums and hints of nutty Italian Panforte. The rich palate follows suit with warm spices and crushed raspberries. Ample tannins bring a wonderful presence to the palate, offering good body and grip, balanced nicely with a silky finish.
Vintage Notes
The 2019 vintage benefited from moderate weather and only saw a few heat spikes throughout the growing season. The majority of the season’s rainfall arrived shortly before budbreak, providing ideal conditions for the vines at a key time in their growth cycle.
Winemaking
The grapes were hand-picked, followed by a cold soak and gentle pump-overs during fermentation. This produced a wine of substantial structure. The wine is then aged for 24 months in French Oak barrels.
Technical Information
- Vintage:
- 2019
- Alcohol:
- 14.4%
- Region:
- Sonoma County, California
- RS:
- 1.03G/L
- Varietals:
- 94% Merlot, 4.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Malbec, 0.5% Petite Verdot
- PH:
- 3.67
- TA:
- 5.57G/L
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Walking Tree Merlot 2019
