Maddalena Merlot offers aromas of ripe fruit and oak spice with hints of vanilla and anise. Ripe fruit flavors include bright plum and raspberry. Fruit flavors greet the palate and soft tannins frame the fresh texture that coats the mouth. All vineyard lots are fermented separately to preserve the individual flavors and terroir of each parcel of land. After fermentation, wines are aged in oak barrels from numerous American coopers. Maddalena Merlot is extremely food friendly, our Merlot pairs well with a range of dishes. From roast veal to penne boscaiola our Merlot shines. Sustainability is our top priority. Our Paso Robles and Monterey vineyards are certified sustainable by CSWA.