2017 | Melka Wines | Mekerra

Red Wine: 2017 | Melka Wines | Mekerra

The aromatics boast ripe dark blackberry fruit with tobacco and leather components with hints of crushed rocks.

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Producer: Melka Wines

Ratings: JS | 95

Vintage: 2017

Size: 750ml

ABV: 15.5%

Varietal: Cabernet Franc, Merlot

Country/Region: United States, Knights Valley

The aromatics boast ripe dark blackberry fruit with tobacco and leather components with hints of crushed rocks. The entry of the wine leads off with Merlot and then the depth and density of the Cabernet franc is apparent as the two harmoniously co-exist. The finish is sublime with nice chewy tannins with a long lingering savory note.

Reviews:

• James Suckling: A beautiful, layered red with plenty of dark-berry, chocolate and hazelnut character. Full-bodied and round. Juicy finish. A blend of cabernet franc and merlot.

Producer Information

Philippe and Cherie Melka have been sharing their passion for creating exceptional wines since 1996 with the releases of the CJ and Metisse wines. Their vision was to grow these two wines into something consumers would anticipate when released. Production was very small, quality high and visibility in the marketplace limited. Those were their intentions. Today, the Melkas are proud to continue to produce CJ Cabernet along with three single vineyard Metisse wines from Napa Valley, Knights Valley and St. Emilion. Philippe and Cherie continue to pursue their vision of producing wines that demonstrate the uniqueness of site and varietal as the project arcs into its second decade above the radar and in full fruition.