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The Wines We Remember

She’s already had one in her glass.

Napa planted Cabernet. Duckhorn planted Merlot, and kept planting it. We partnered with Amanda to taste where that’s gotten us.

The trend has come and gone. The Merlot is still here. Fifty years in, we’re still making wines worth talking about.

Top Recommended Wine

2023 Duckhorn Vineyards 50th Anniversary Napa Valley Merlot

Year: 2023
Varietal: Merlot
Inspired after a visit to Bordeaux, Dan Duckhorn produced the first vintage of Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot in 1978. Highlighting Estate vineyards and top sites, our renown Merlot reflects the diversity of the valley’s many appellations. Blending with Cabernet Sauvignon adds notable depth and structure, as well as signature flavors of black cherry, plum and spice.
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