Stag's Leap Wine Cellars

Chase Creek Estate Merlot

9.46 ratings

8.81 pro ratings

Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, California, USA

Merlot

Beef, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, Exotic Spices, Lamb, White Rice, Baking Spices, Herbs, Pasta, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Pork, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic

Top Notes For

Greg Ballington

Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog

8.8

Medium to deep ruby red with a slight garnet hue. Damp earthiness and even a bit of truffle on the nose as well as cherries. Medium tannins (5/10) with a medium body. Definitely showing its age and on the down slope for the wine. Similar notes on the palate with a bit stewed berries. Medium to medium plus finish. Drink now.

Apr 9th, 2026