Corte Riva 2004 Merlot, Napa Valley

Corte Riva is a new boutique producer from Lawrence Cortez and Romel Rivera who work at Pride Winery on Napa's Spring Mountain and make their new label there as well. Discover them now before they hit the big time!

91 Points Robert Parker: "Corte Riva’s 2004 Merlot is a wonderful successor to the brilliant 2003. Aromas of chocolate, underbrush, blackberries, cherries, licorice, and espresso roast emerge from this deep, opulent, full-bodied Merlot that coats the mouth. It is ideal for drinking over the next 7-8 years. Pride Mountain Vineyard’s well-known viticulturist, Romel Rivera, produces impressive wines under his own label, Corte Riva. Working closely with winemaker Bob Foley has been to his benefit, and Foley’s winemaking philosophy is apparent in these brilliant reds."