Duckhorn 2018 Three Palms Vineyard Napa Valley Merlot 1.5 Liter MAGNUM
Duckhorn 2018 Three Palms Vineyard Napa Valley Merlot 1.5 Liter MAGNUM
Duckhorn 2018 Three Palms Vineyard Napa Valley Merlot 1.5L Magnum 94 Points Wine Spectator
The Duckhorn 2018 Three Palms Vineyard Napa Valley Merlot Magnum is a benchmark expression of one of Napa Valley's most celebrated Merlot vineyards. Sourced from the legendary Three Palms Vineyard in Calistoga, this powerful yet elegant wine showcases the vineyard's distinctive minerality, concentration, and structure. The 2018 vintage delivers layers of black cherry, huckleberry, fig, chocolate, graphite, graham cracker, bay leaf, and sage. The palate is full-bodied and luxurious, with velvety tannins, vibrant acidity, rich dark fruit, spice, and earthy mineral character leading to a long, creamy finish. The 1.5L Magnum format makes this an exceptional collector's bottle and offers outstanding potential for long-term cellaring.
Technical Details
- Producer: Duckhorn Vineyards
- Vintage: 2018
- Vineyard: Three Palms Vineyard
- Region: Calistoga, Napa Valley, California
- Country: USA
- Bottle Size: 1.5L Magnum
- Blend: 89% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc, 0.5% Petit Verdot, 0.5% Malbec
- Aging: 18 months in French oak
- Oak: 75% new, 25% neutral
- Critical Acclaim: 94 Points – Wine Spectator
- Tasting Notes: Black cherry, huckleberry, fig, chocolate, graphite, herbs, spice, and mineral notes
- Style: Full-bodied, rich, structured, velvety, and age-worthy
- Cellaring Potential: 15–20+ years
Why You'll Love It
- 94 Points Wine Spectator
- From the legendary Three Palms Vineyard
- A benchmark for premium Napa Valley Merlot
- Exceptional 2018 Napa Valley vintage
- Rich dark fruit balanced by vibrant acidity and refined tannins
- Distinctive mineral character from Three Palms Vineyard's unique terroir
- Aged 18 months in French oak with 75% new oak
- Rare 1.5L Magnum format ideal for collectors, celebrations, and extended cellaring
Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled steak, roasted lamb, duck breast, mushroom dishes, and aged cheeses.