Growing Conditions

Nestled in a northeastern hillside
valley in Napa County, Pope Valley
Winery’s heritage dates back to 1897.
Today our wines are hand crafted in
the original gravity flow winery built
over a century ago.

The Merlot rests on 27 acres of our
60 acre Eakle Estate Ranch. The
terroir being Pleasanton loam with
areas of Bressa-Dibble Complex
giving the vine all the nutrients it
needs to yield exceptional fruit.

Harvest

Harvest Date: October 22, 2010
Harvest Time: Night/Early morning

Bottling

Bottling Date: August 15, 2012

Winemaking

Fermentation Method: Stainless Steel

Aging

100% Oak for 20 Months