Shelter Napa Valley Merlot MV

Merlot has always been caught in the shadow of Cabernet Sauvignon in Napa Valley. After all, Cabernet Sauvignon is the wine that has brought Napa Valley critical praise from around the world, and it's the wine that both collectors and casual wine lovers seek from here - it's the signature offering of this production zone.

Merlot, on the other hand has been too often thought of as a blending grape, one that can lessen the tannic grip of Cabernet Sauvignon, resulting in a more approachable wine upon release.