These prime Livermore Valley vineyards were selected for the Nth Degree program because of their consistent production of exceptional fruit. The selected blocks were farmed to the Nth Degree, using a method we refer to as, ultra farming. The grapes were h&-harvested in the early morning into one ton bins, sorted, & then crushed into small stainless steel fermentors. Fermentation started in small stainless steel tanks. The wine was then racked & barreled where malolactic fermentation was completed. Showing a vibrant red colour, this Merlot has rich aromas of herbal tea, & black cherry married with vanilla that continue in the mouth with luscious tannins & mouth-filling fruit leading to a long, intense finish.