If we could name the estate that produced this wine it would sell quicker than you can say "outstanding 2013 vintage", but we promised not to as part of the deal to get such a great price. It certainly bears all the hallmarks of southern Napa's finest Merlots - Napa being California's most highly regarded vineyard region. 2013 is even better than the much acclaimed 2012 vintage. According to Decanter, "During the 2015 Premiere Napa Valley auction, the 2013 vintage was described as 'flirting with perfection'." This magnificent Merlot displays red fruit and violet aromas followed by cherry and blueberry flavours wrapped in silky tannins. A juicy steak would be a perfect mate, as would roast beef or duck. Ideally, decant an hour beforehand.