Straight-forward in style, the Leaping Horse 2021 Merlot has violet and dark fruit aromas with pleasant plum, black cherry, strawberries and a little bell pepper character creeping into the flavors of cherry pie, raspberry, light oak and mint. Mouth filling yet smooth, Leaping Horse has created an unpretentious wine that can pair with just about anything.

There is no animal that embodies grace and power as beautifully as a horse. With that in mind, we have created Leaping Horse Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay to be elegant and Leaping Horse Red Blend, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, to be structured and powerful. This approachable lineup can satisfy the palates of wine tasting novices and aficionados alike.

Just as a horse needs sunshine, nourishment and open space to thrive, so do the vineyards that source Leaping Horse wines. Sustainably farmed vineyards are selected for these wines. This includes integrated pest management, cover crops, soil fertility, water management and wildlife habitat that are utilized and implemented throughout the vineyards.

Acidity: 5.83 G/L
Sugar: 3.67 G/L
PH: 3.72
Alcohol content: 14.5%

Vintage: 2021

Style: Red Wine

Varietal: Merlot

Appellation: Lodi

Winemaker: Leaping Horse