Barnett Vineyards 'Spring Mountain District' Merlot 2022

Spring Mountain Merlot with the concentration of a mountain Cabernet — and the soul of something altogether different.

Barnett Vineyards has farmed the rugged terrain of Spring Mountain for decades, and their Merlot is proof that altitude transforms everything. Where valley-floor Merlot can be soft and approachable, Spring Mountain pushes the variety to its limits — producing a wine of unusual concentration, power, and structure that earned it a place in Wine Spectator's Top 100 of 2025.

Tasting Notes
Ripe black plum, vanilla bean, and anise leap from the glass, followed by beautiful cola spice and dark roast coffee aromatics that add depth and intrigue. On the palate, the wine is generous and layered — rich fruit framed by the mountain's signature acidity and structure.

The Finish
Soft and silky with remarkable viscosity — a finish that lingers far longer than the price suggests.

What the Critics Say

• Wine Spectator: 94 points — No. 77, Top 100 Wines of the Year 2025.