Expect dark cherry, plum, cedar, vanilla, and dried herb with medium-to-full body and ripe tannins. The 2016 Napa vintage was excellent.
- Varietal
- Merlot
- Region
- USA / California / Napa Valley
- Body
- Medium to Full
- Style
- dry red, classic Napa, oak-aged
The producer
Markham Vineyards is a St. Helena producer with origins dating to 1874 (one of Napa's oldest by lineage). The estate is known for accessibly priced Napa Merlot and Cabernet.
What critics say
Markham Merlot receives consistently solid reviews as a well-priced traditional Napa Merlot.
Pairing
Grilled lamb chops, baked pasta with meat sauce, lamb burger