Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Merryvale/ Starmont/ John Kraushaar/ Major Brands

Merryvale was the first winery established after Prohibition . Starmont was the label for their second but now has its own label and recognition.
Starmont Sauvignon Blanc 2013  grassy and soft
Starmont ChardonnayNapa typical california nose, buttery creamy and nice enough acidity.
Starmont Pinot Noir Carneros 2012 soft dried fruit on the nose, drid fruit and earth on the palate.. pretty if boring
Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2009  tannin is good.. dark fruit.. vanilla and oak are obvious

Merryvale Cabernet Napa 2010  pretty pencil box nose, mouthfilling juice, nice balance of tannin and fruit.. long finish

Merryvale Profile Napa 2010  Cab and petite verdot. very dense. inky color.. needs age.. lots of tannin on the finish.

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