| Brand | PlumpJack |
| Appellation | Napa Valley, California, USA |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Oak Treatment | French Oak |
| Aging | 18 months / 14.8% abv |
| Total Varietal Composition % | Merlot |
Product details
PlumpJack Merlot Napa 2022 reflects the estate’s commitment to expressive Napa Valley fruit and a polished, site-driven style. Crafted with careful attention to balance and detail, this release emphasizes depth, texture, and clarity, bringing together ripe fruit character with thoughtful aging in oak to build complexity and structure. The 2022 vintage highlights PlumpJack’s signature approach—layered, refined, and approachable—showcasing Merlot’s ability to deliver richness while maintaining freshness and poise.
The aroma opens with vivid notes of cherry, raspberry, and boysenberry, followed by savory earth tones that add dimension. Accents from oak introduce warm nuances of cinnamon, nutmeg, pie crust, vanilla, caramel, and hickory, which carry seamlessly onto the palate. The mouthfeel is silky and smooth, supported by firm yet plush tannins and lively acidity. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving impressions of espresso and baker’s chocolate that linger with elegance and depth.
