| Rating | 97 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Merlot |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Appellation |
Napa Valley Napa County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Price | $50.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2026-09-29 |
Perfect For
Holiday Meals, Long-Term Aging, Treat Yo'self
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Malbec , Merlot
Long Meadow Ranch Napa Valley Merlot 2021 Review
The winemaking team and the land they steward at Long Meadow Ranch are absolutely dialed in. This cannot be stressed enough. The consistent quality across the winery’s range impresses us year after year, with expressive vintage-specific wines coming from its estate vineyards. This Napa Valley Merlot stands out with vibrant, rich notes of spiced, stewed plums, blueberries, and earthy tree bark. The palate is the definition of balanced, with beautiful fruit concentration, supportive acidity, and a grippy yet subtle tannic edge.
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