Is Decoy Merlot a good wine?

Natalie’s Score: 91/100. From Sonoma County, California Decoy 2018 Merlot is always a crowd-pleaser. Produced by Duckhorn, this Merlot is floral and spicy on the nose, full-bodied with layers of juicy red plum, dark berries, cocoa, dried herbs, spicy and vanilla flavours on the palate. Tannins are soft and lush.

What is decoy red wine?

1 Shares. Decoy Cabernet Sauvignon comes to us from Duckhorn wines in Hopland, California, USA. According to this wine’s production notes, the varietal composition is 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 4% Zinfandel, 2% Petite Sirah, 2% Syrah and 1% Petit Verdot.

What grapes are in decoy red wine?

What type of grapes are is in Decoy Wine? Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel, Pinot Nor, Pinot Meunier, Syrah, Carignan, Vermentino, Grenache and Petite Sirah.

Is decoy red wine a blend?

The core blend for this appealing Sonoma County Red Wine pairs the elegance of Merlot with the complexity of Cabernet Sauvignon. Reflecting the character of each growing season and the diversity of our vineyard sources, Decoy has established itself as a wine of distinction.

What is a good merlot red wine?

13 Most-Recommended Merlot Wines

  1. Best at $10 and Under – Dark Horse Merlot.
  2. Top $10 to $20 Merlot – Cannonball Merlot.
  3. Excellent Merlot $20 to $30 – Stags’ Leap Winery Merlot.
  4. Best $30 to $40 Merlot – Trefethen Merlot.
  5. Recommended Merlot $40 to $80 – Long Shadows Pedestal Merlot.
  6. Best Merlot $80 to $100 – Pahlmeyer Merlot.

What type of wine is decoy?

Experience Decoy Limited Featuring Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Blend, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir selections – there is something for every taste. Crafted using grapes from some of the most acclaimed Napa Valley and Sonoma Coast vineyards, these wines are perfect for entertaining.

What is the difference between Decoy and Duckhorn?

The Decoy wines are made to be enjoyed sooner on release, whereas the Duckhorn wines are made to age, creating more value. The Duckhorn wines are usually kept longer in the aging process prior to release which will often increase the price.

Does Decoy wine have sulfites?

Ingredients. Red Wine, Sulfites.

Are Duckhorn and Decoy the same?

Decoy evolves from being a single, second-label wine supporting the Duckhorn Vineyards brand to being its own focused winery, with the creation of an expanded portfolio of wines that, in addition to the Decoy Red Blend, includes a Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, and Pinot Noir.