{"product_id":"stags-leap-winery-merlot-napa-valley-2019-750ml","title":"Stags' Leap Winery Merlot Napa Valley 2023 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStags' Leap Winery's 2023 Merlot shimmers with a deep amethyst color offering a vibrant nose of black cherry, ripe plum, red berries, and delicate floral violet, accented by spiced notes of mocha, cedar, and clove. The palate is plush and inviting with a medium to full body highlighting refined tannins and juicy acidity. This Merlot delivers elegance and grace with layers of blackberry, black raspberry, tobacco leaf, and bittersweet dark chocolate. A hint of Griottes cherries (or Kirsch-soaked cherries) adds lift, while the long, savory finish reveals notes of wild sage, fresh herbs, and earthy minerality. Mouth-pleasing with complexity and balance— this is an expressive Merlot built to offer immediate enjoyment and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 87% Merlot, 11% Malbec, 2% Petite Sirah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional Ratings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e95 James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLush, fruit-driven and perfumed, with aromas of blueberries, black cherries, raspberries, citrus peel and potpourri. The palate is mid-weighted with bright, crunchy tannins and fresh acidity that lead to a mineral-edged, mouthwatering finish. Bright, fresh and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stags' Leap Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43385098961120,"sku":"107929","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/9713\/0464\/products\/stags-leap-winery-merlot-napa-valley_1.jpg?v=1663889014","url":"https:\/\/www.mywineconnection.com\/products\/stags-leap-winery-merlot-napa-valley-2019-750ml","provider":"My Wine Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}