2006 Grgich Hills Napa Valley Merlot

One 750ml bottle

Starting with a wet winter and spring that delayed budbreak and led into a slow, even, ripening of the grapes, '06 was a relatively cool vintage. A heat spike in July helped the grapes catch up to a normal physiological ripeness, followed by an unusually cool August that allowed the grapes to completely ripen without dehydrating. Thanks to Grgich Hills' organic and Biodynamic® farming, the vines remained healthy throughout the temperature swings, producing fully ripe, flavorful grapes. 
 
All Grgich Hills vineyards are certified organic and Biodynamic®, a holistic farming practice that uses the earth’s cycles and natural preparations to grow balanced, healthy vines without artificial fertilizers, pesticides, or fungicides. Grgich Hills blended Merlot grapes grown at four of its vineyards, with a just a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon added for complexity. By blending wine from four distinct growing regions within Napa Valley, the winery crafted a complex, balanced Merlot. 

Cherries, blackberries and a hint of dried herbs