Keenan Mernet Reserve
The color is deep garnet-purple. The aromas are black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, cassis, plum, tobacco, earth, pepper, and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine displays flavors of dense dark fruit of cassis and blackberry with oak influence and structure. Keenan Winery is a family-owned estate located high on Spring Mountain in Napa Valley. The winery was founded in 1974 by Robert Keenan, with Michael Keenan later taking over leadership and sharpening the estate’s focus on mountain-grown varieties. The name Mernet combines Mer(lot) + (Caber)net, reflecting the concept behind the blend.
Grape Varietal: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Feature: Sustainable, Organic
Country: United States
Region: California
Appellation: Napa Valley
Grape Profile: Merlot brings black cherry, plum, blackberry, cocoa, herbs, and a broad, supple mid-palate. Its softer tannins and natural richness help round out the wine. Cabernet Sauvignon contributes cassis, blackberry, graphite, tobacco, cedar, herbs, and firmer tannic structure.
Region Profile: The Spring Mountain District sits on the eastern slopes of the Mayacamas Mountains above Napa Valley. Vineyards are planted at substantial elevations on steep, rocky terrain, with soils generally derived from volcanic and sedimentary material. Compared with valley-floor Napa, the mountain environment typically produces smaller berries, lower yields, thicker skins, firmer tannins, and more concentrated flavor in the grapes.
Pair with: Steak. Roasted and braised meats. Grilled earthy vegetable like mushrooms, squash, and carrots. Hearty sauces like tomato-based and demi-glazes. Hard, aged cheeses and charcuterie.
