2005 Napa Valley Merlot
Titratable Acidity: 0.6g/100ml
pH: 3.58
Residual Sugar: 0.4g/100ml
Alcohol Level: 13.5%
Wine Tasting Notes
The William Hill Estate 2005 Napa Valley Merlot exhibits a combination of ripe black cherry, plum and blueberry aromas and flavors which are accented by smoky, spicy oak. The medium bodied wine has expressive tannins and solid structure with an extended fruit focused finish.
Viticulture Notes
2005 started with a wet winter which gave way to dry conditions throughout March. Precipitation started again in April and continued into June. Due to the slightly cooler spring weather, bud break came a bit later than previous years. Overall, 2005 was an excellent vintage with a healthy crop showing ripe, flavorful fruit and generous clusters. The fruit development was aided by extended hang time before harvest, allowing the grapes to develop intricate aromas and flavors.
Winemaker Notes
Our 2005 Napa Merlot is blended from grapes chosen from reputable vineyards throughout Napa Valley. The variety of grape sources allowed for a range of flavor components, making the wine layered and multidimensional. The cooler growing conditions and large crop in 2005 resulted in an elevated expression of fresh fruit aromatics. The final blend has enticing aromas of ripe black cherry, plum and ripe blueberry, which are followed by a soft, velvety finish.
