Folie à Deux Merlot 2016
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Merlot
Appellation
Alexander Valley
Harvest Date
September 2016
Acid
0.56 g/100ml
pH
3.73
Alcohol %
13.9
Wine Enthusiast
90
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The Folie à Deux 2016 Alexander Valley Merlot has bright, enticing dark berry,
blueberry and plum notes with dried tea characteristics and hints of graphite
on the nose. A lavish layer of velvety tannins and firm, persistent acidity coats
the mouth. The cherry, black raspberry and vanilla oak flavors are concentrated
and focused boasting a firm, yet plush, mocha finish. The Folie à Deux 2016
Alexander Valley Merlot is inviting with balanced acidity, making it a perfect
complement to most meat dishes, such as Mediterranean lamb burgers or a
slow cooked roast beef.
Vineyard Notes
Grapes for the Folie à Deux 2016 Merlot are hand-picked from a selection of
prime vineyards in the cooler parts of Alexander Valley. Nestled in northern
Sonoma County, Alexander Valley AVA stretches 22 miles from Healdsburg to
Cloverdale, following the meandering course of the Russian River. Along its
heavily graveled bench lands and foothills lie some of California’s supreme
Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards, which benefit from the region’s
warm daytime temperatures, marine-cooled evenings and well-drained, volcanic
hillside soils.
Production Notes
Following a 10-14 day maceration period, the lots are aged for 18 months in
a combination of French and American oak barrels. This wine is bright and
varietally expressive.
Winemaker Notes
2016 was a phenomenal vintage for Sonoma County. Harvest began slightly
earlier after more welcomed winter rain than previous years. The pace quickly
sped up towards the end of August and throughout September as many varieties
ripened at the same time. Fruit quality was exceptional, achieving ample ripeness
on every metric.
Other Notes
Varietal Composition: 99% Merlot, 1% Syrah
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