Melka, Merlot, 'Mekerra,' Knights Valley, Napa Valley, 2018

Overview of the Wine
Métisse is a French word meaning “a blend of cultures”. We chose this name because it embodies both the spirit of our original concept and our spirit as the winemakers a blend of French and American). Our first Métisse vintage, in 1996, was the result of blending grape varietals and vineyard sources. A symbiotic relationship between Philippe and his clients led to an extraordinary blend of grapes from all over Napa Valley. Then in 2003, we decided to make a single-vineyard Métisse wines. It seemed a natural progression for us, and fit our philosophy about wines expressing their native soil.

Winemakers
Philippe and Cherie Melka

Grape / Blend
100% Merlot

Origin
Napa Valley, California 

Winemaker's Tasting Notes 
Having fallen in love with the Merlot from this vineyard, we continue to dedicate ourselves to producing this single varietal bottling.  Boasting a deep garnet purple color, the aromatics hit full on with black cherry, tobacco, chocolate and savory herbs. An extremely elegant Merlot that is medium to full bodied, lush with amazingly bright energy and superb balance.  The palate is chock full of dark fruits, velvety tannins and a finish that has layers of spices and goes on forever.

Product size: 750ml