2021 Ty Caton Estate Upper Bench Merlot, Moon Mountain District, Sonoma Valley
91 Points, Wine Enthusiast
Tasting Notes
This elegant Merlot greets the nose with rich aromas of ripe cherry and violets, followed by a lush mouth feel with layers of blackberry, currant, and a touch of chocolate. These flavors combine with soft and supple tannins to create a long, silky smooth finish.
Caton Vineyard
Located in the foothills of Moon Mountain District, the Caton Vineyard is defined by its sustainable farming and belief that healthier vineyards produce unique and distinctive wines. 3.13 acres of Clone 3 Merlot is planted with East-West row direction leading into a ravine. The deep, rocky volcanic soil on the vineyard is rich with iron clay - an ideal atmosphere for producing the highest quality crop with slow, even ripening.
2021 Vintage Notes
The 2021 harvest is reported to be one of the best vintages in recent harvests for Northern California. The ongoing drought presented some challenges – limited rainfall and warm growing conditions throughout the summer months resulted in a speedy harvest with lighter yields. The conditions brought smaller berries with exceptional quality and concentrated flavors.
Ty Caton Vineyards is committed to producing the finest wines made from the highest quality grapes and wine-making dedication at its best. Our limited production allows us to handcraft wines with varietal intensity and balance.
Specs
Varietal: 100% Merlot
Farming Practices: Certified Sustainable
Appellation: Moon Mountain District ~ Sonoma Valley
Region: Estate Grown, Caton Vineyard
Cooperage: 18 months, 60% new French Oak
Alcohol: 14.3%
Bottling Date: April 2022
Production: 400 Cases
What’s Included
3-bottles:
3x 2021 Ty Caton Estate Upper Bench Merlot, Moon Mountain District, Sonoma Valley Case:
12x 2021 Ty Caton Estate Upper Bench Merlot, Moon Mountain District, Sonoma Valley
At Ty Caton Vineyards, our commitment to excellence begins in the Caton Vineyard, where winemaker Ty Caton sustainably farms the hillside fruit used in his Moon Mountain District wine. As one of the few exclusively estate producers in Sonoma Valley, Ty works with grapes from soil to glass by enabling him to make extraordinary wines that showcase the vineyard. Ty Caton wines have received critical acclaim in world-renowned wine publications and competitions, including many Best of Class honors. As a grape grower and winemaker, Ty strives to produce the “wow factor” by making wines that are bold, beautifully structured, and are a true representation of the vineyards they come from.
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2021 Ty Caton Estate Upper Bench Merlot, Moon Mountain District, Sonoma Valley
91 Points, Wine Enthusiast
Tasting Notes
Caton Vineyard
2021 Vintage Notes
Specs
What’s Included
3-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
$540.00/Case for 12x 2021 Ty Caton Estate Upper Bench Merlot, Moon Mountain District, Sonoma Valley at Ty Caton Vineyards
About The Winery
Available States
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Thursday, Oct 2 - Monday, Oct 6