{"product_id":"charles-krug-napa-valley-merlot-2020","title":"Charles Krug, Napa Valley Merlot 2020","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Charles Krug Napa Valley Merlot 2020\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA rich, expressive Napa Valley red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e from the heart of California’s most famous wine region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles Krug Napa Valley Merlot 2020 is a generous, full-flavoured red that shows why Napa Merlot can be so appealing. Deep ruby in colour with lifted aromas of black cherry, blackcurrant, blueberry compote and violet, layered with hints of dark chocolate, coffee and sweet spice. On the palate, this Merlot is medium- to full-bodied, with ripe red and black fruit flavours, a subtle creamy texture and well-judged oak influence. It finishes long and smooth with notes of toasted oak, mocha and fine, supple tannins. A polished, crowd-pleasing \u003cstrong\u003eNapa Valley Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e with plenty of depth and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop food pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast beef or grilled steak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom risotto or lentil-based dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard cheeses such as Comté or mature Cheddar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure, gorgeous Merlot – plush, smooth and deeply satisfying. Ideal for a relaxed dinner with good food and even better company. This could be the red of Christmas this year I reckon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharles Krug Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e is the oldest commercial winery in Napa Valley, founded in 1861 and owned by the Mondavi family since 1943. Renowned for its classic approach to winemaking, the estate focuses on balance and expression of fruit, producing some of the most dependable and elegant red wines in Napa Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it’s made:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarieties: Predominantly Merlot with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Franc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvested at full ripeness to capture rich fruit character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCareful maceration to build colour, flavour and soft tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermented in temperature-controlled tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatured in oak barrels to add texture and gentle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Napa Valley, California, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, still, medium- to full-bodied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegan:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.6%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eNapa Valley red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers everything you want from a modern Merlot – ripe fruit, smooth texture and just enough oak complexity. It’s generous without being heavy, versatile at the table, and drinking beautifully now, making it a reliable go-to for lovers of Californian reds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charles Krug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58777076171084,"sku":"nff1789237264220","price":37.51,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/5660\/8332\/files\/charles-krug-napa-valley-merlot-2020_1.jpg?v=1789237269","url":"https:\/\/www.doveandfield.shop\/products\/charles-krug-napa-valley-merlot-2020","provider":"clupsgania","version":"1.0","type":"link"}