Merisi Wines
Intentionally small lots made with a wildly big heart!
Rediscovering California's distinctive wine history, and making it new!
About Us
At Merisi Wines, our intentionally small lot wines are made with a wildly big heart. Our endless pursuit of quality begins in the vineyard, partnering with multi-generational family growers whose stewardship is reflected in their sustainable, organic, and thoughtful practices. In the cellar, we seek to translate these beautiful truths and capture the nuance and personality of each site through minimal intervention winemaking, picking by taste and flavor, preserving a grape’s natural acidity, native fermentations, and minimal sulfur additions.
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12 Bottles of Christmas
The 12 Days of Christmas
12 splendid wines for the 12 days of Christmas!
The details
A great exploratory bundle to get to know Merisi and introduce us to someone special!
Bundle includes:
2018 Pinot Gris (1 bottle)
2019 Pinot Gris (1)
2020 Pinot Gris (1)
2016 Grenache (2 bottles)
2018 Grenache (2)
2016 Petite Sirah (1)
2017 Petite Sirah (1)
2018 Petite Sirah (1)
2013 Cabernet (1) SUPER RARE!
2018 Manic White (1)
The wines
Diener Ranch Petite Sirah, 2017
California Petite Sirah
Diener Ranch Petite Sirah, 2017
Spicy and warm, full bodied.
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
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Petite Sirah
(100%)
ABV: 15.3%Acidity: Ph of Acidity of - Harvest
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Petite Sirah from 15 year old vines from Diener Ranch, Lake (100%). Harvested on 2021-09-29 at 24.6 brix .Press: gently
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturallyMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: no fining or filtration
- Aging
-
sur-lie in mixed oak
Bottled on: 2019-09-30
Food Pairing
Barbecue, Grilled Steak, Classic Red Meats, Cured Meat, Intense Cheeses
Tasting Notes
Tobacco, Blueberry, Chocolate, Cherry Liqueur, Mint
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Los Carneros Grenache, 2016
Grenache
Los Carneros Grenache, 2016
Naturally fermented and very aromatic
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
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Grenache
(100%)
ABV: 13.9%Acidity: Ph of Acidity of - Harvest
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Grenache from 10 year old vines from Ceja Family Vineyards, Los Carneros (100%). Harvested on 2016-09-16 at 24.0 brix .Press: gently
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturallyMalolactic fermentation : 100%
- Aging
-
sur-lie in neutral oak
Bottled on: 2018-03-16
Food Pairing
Mediterranean Cuisine, Bouillabaisse, Chicken With Port & Figs, Charcuterie, Pork Tenderloin
Tasting Notes
Tobacco, Strawberry, White Pepper
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Los Carneros Pinot Gris, 2020
Pinot Gris
Los Carneros Pinot Gris, 2020
Fresh and bright! Signature sea fennel, oolong tea and lime, finishes light and dry.
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Pinot Gris
(100%)
ABV: 12.8%Acidity: Ph of Acidity of - Harvest
-
Pinot Gris from 10 year old vines from Jenkins Family Vineyard, Los Carneros (100%). Harvested on 2021-08-14 at 21.2 brix .Press: gently
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturallyMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: cold settled
- Aging
-
sur-lie in neutral oak
Bottled on: 2021-01-29
Food Pairing
Fresh Oysters, Sushi, Thai, Asian Food, Seafood Risotto
Tasting Notes
Lime, Fennel, Lemon Curd, Citrus Fruit
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Manic White Pinot Gris Sour, 2020 (375 ml)
Other White
Manic White Pinot Gris Sour, 2020 (375 ml)
One of a kind! Pickled ginger, floral. Read about this winemaking process here https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/Did-Mandy-Heldt-Donovan-just-ruin-her-wine-13595160.php
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Pinot Gris
(100%)
ABV: 12.7%Acidity: Ph of Acidity ofResidual sugar: 0.2 g/l - Harvest
-
Pinot Gris from 15 year old vines from Los Carneros (100%). Harvested on 2020-08-14 at 21.4 brix .Press: gently in a bladder press
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: with Brettanomyces yeastMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: no
- Aging
-
bottled fresh
Bottled on: 2020-10-22
Food Pairing
Melon & Prosciutto, Asian Cuisine, Fatty Raw Seafood
Tasting Notes
Citrus Rind, Funky, Brine, Asian Spice
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Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013
Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013
Dark fruit and sweet tobacco on the palate. This robust wine is for a full-bodied meal, or an alternative to a cocktail.
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Cabernet Sauvignon
(100%)
ABV: 15.0%Acidity: Ph of Acidity ofResidual sugar: 0.7 g/l - Harvest
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Cabernet Sauvignon from 10 year old vines from Oakville (100%). Harvested on 2013-10-24 at 26.0 brix .Press: gently in a bladder press
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturally, no yeast addedMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: no
- Aging
-
gently in 40% new French Oak
Bottled on: 2015-08-28
Food Pairing
Filet Mignon, Venison, Ribeye Steak
Tasting Notes
Dark Chocolate, Black Cherry, Anise, Marshmallow, Blueberry Pie
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Diener Ranch Petite Sirah, 2017
California Petite Sirah
Diener Ranch Petite Sirah, 2017
Spicy and warm, full bodied.
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Petite Sirah
(100%)
ABV: 15.3%Acidity: Ph of Acidity of - Harvest
-
Petite Sirah from 15 year old vines from Diener Ranch, Lake (100%). Harvested on 2021-09-29 at 24.6 brix .Press: gently
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturallyMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: no fining or filtration
- Aging
-
sur-lie in mixed oak
Bottled on: 2019-09-30
Food Pairing
Barbecue, Grilled Steak, Classic Red Meats, Cured Meat, Intense Cheeses
Tasting Notes
Tobacco, Blueberry, Chocolate, Cherry Liqueur, Mint
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Los Carneros Grenache, 2016
Grenache
Los Carneros Grenache, 2016
Naturally fermented and very aromatic
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Grenache
(100%)
ABV: 13.9%Acidity: Ph of Acidity of - Harvest
-
Grenache from 10 year old vines from Ceja Family Vineyards, Los Carneros (100%). Harvested on 2016-09-16 at 24.0 brix .Press: gently
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturallyMalolactic fermentation : 100%
- Aging
-
sur-lie in neutral oak
Bottled on: 2018-03-16
Food Pairing
Mediterranean Cuisine, Bouillabaisse, Chicken With Port & Figs, Charcuterie, Pork Tenderloin
Tasting Notes
Tobacco, Strawberry, White Pepper
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Los Carneros Pinot Gris, 2020
Pinot Gris
Los Carneros Pinot Gris, 2020
Fresh and bright! Signature sea fennel, oolong tea and lime, finishes light and dry.
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Pinot Gris
(100%)
ABV: 12.8%Acidity: Ph of Acidity of - Harvest
-
Pinot Gris from 10 year old vines from Jenkins Family Vineyard, Los Carneros (100%). Harvested on 2021-08-14 at 21.2 brix .Press: gently
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturallyMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: cold settled
- Aging
-
sur-lie in neutral oak
Bottled on: 2021-01-29
Food Pairing
Fresh Oysters, Sushi, Thai, Asian Food, Seafood Risotto
Tasting Notes
Lime, Fennel, Lemon Curd, Citrus Fruit
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Manic White Pinot Gris Sour, 2020 (375 ml)
Other White
Manic White Pinot Gris Sour, 2020 (375 ml)
One of a kind! Pickled ginger, floral. Read about this winemaking process here https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/Did-Mandy-Heldt-Donovan-just-ruin-her-wine-13595160.php
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Pinot Gris
(100%)
ABV: 12.7%Acidity: Ph of Acidity ofResidual sugar: 0.2 g/l - Harvest
-
Pinot Gris from 15 year old vines from Los Carneros (100%). Harvested on 2020-08-14 at 21.4 brix .Press: gently in a bladder press
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: with Brettanomyces yeastMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: no
- Aging
-
bottled fresh
Bottled on: 2020-10-22
Food Pairing
Melon & Prosciutto, Asian Cuisine, Fatty Raw Seafood
Tasting Notes
Citrus Rind, Funky, Brine, Asian Spice
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Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013
Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013
Dark fruit and sweet tobacco on the palate. This robust wine is for a full-bodied meal, or an alternative to a cocktail.
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Cabernet Sauvignon
(100%)
ABV: 15.0%Acidity: Ph of Acidity ofResidual sugar: 0.7 g/l - Harvest
-
Cabernet Sauvignon from 10 year old vines from Oakville (100%). Harvested on 2013-10-24 at 26.0 brix .Press: gently in a bladder press
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturally, no yeast addedMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: no
- Aging
-
gently in 40% new French Oak
Bottled on: 2015-08-28
Food Pairing
Filet Mignon, Venison, Ribeye Steak
Tasting Notes
Dark Chocolate, Black Cherry, Anise, Marshmallow, Blueberry Pie
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Our Wines
In wine, we refer to terroir and the honest interpretation of the vineyard. In art, curators describe it as passionate realism. Merisi Wines is named after the Italian painter Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, perhaps the most provocative painter of this style. His pursuit of authenticity and distinctiveness from his peers became our beacon of truth telling and excellence.
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Los Carneros Pinot Gris, 2020
Pinot Gris
Los Carneros Pinot Gris, 2020
Fresh and bright! Signature sea fennel, oolong tea and lime, finishes light and dry.
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Pinot Gris
(100%)
ABV: 12.8%Acidity: Ph of Acidity of - Harvest
-
Pinot Gris from 10 year old vines from Jenkins Family Vineyard, Los Carneros (100%). Harvested on 2021-08-14 at 21.2 brix .Press: gently
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturallyMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: cold settled
- Aging
-
sur-lie in neutral oak
Bottled on: 2021-01-29
Food Pairing
Fresh Oysters, Sushi, Thai, Asian Food, Seafood Risotto
Tasting Notes
Lime, Fennel, Lemon Curd, Citrus Fruit
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Diener Ranch Petite Sirah, 2017
California Petite Sirah
Diener Ranch Petite Sirah, 2017
Spicy and warm, full bodied.
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Petite Sirah
(100%)
ABV: 15.3%Acidity: Ph of Acidity of - Harvest
-
Petite Sirah from 15 year old vines from Diener Ranch, Lake (100%). Harvested on 2021-09-29 at 24.6 brix .Press: gently
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturallyMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: no fining or filtration
- Aging
-
sur-lie in mixed oak
Bottled on: 2019-09-30
Food Pairing
Barbecue, Grilled Steak, Classic Red Meats, Cured Meat, Intense Cheeses
Tasting Notes
Tobacco, Blueberry, Chocolate, Cherry Liqueur, Mint
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Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013
Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013
Dark fruit and sweet tobacco on the palate. This robust wine is for a full-bodied meal, or an alternative to a cocktail.
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Cabernet Sauvignon
(100%)
ABV: 15.0%Acidity: Ph of Acidity ofResidual sugar: 0.7 g/l - Harvest
-
Cabernet Sauvignon from 10 year old vines from Oakville (100%). Harvested on 2013-10-24 at 26.0 brix .Press: gently in a bladder press
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: naturally, no yeast addedMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: no
- Aging
-
gently in 40% new French Oak
Bottled on: 2015-08-28
Food Pairing
Filet Mignon, Venison, Ribeye Steak
Tasting Notes
Dark Chocolate, Black Cherry, Anise, Marshmallow, Blueberry Pie
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Manic White Pinot Gris Sour, 2020 (375 ml)
Other White
Manic White Pinot Gris Sour, 2020 (375 ml)
One of a kind! Pickled ginger, floral. Read about this winemaking process here https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/Did-Mandy-Heldt-Donovan-just-ruin-her-wine-13595160.php
Structure
- Tannin
- Body
- Acidity
- Sweetness
- Funkiness
Nerdy details
- What's in the bottle
-
Pinot Gris
(100%)
ABV: 12.7%Acidity: Ph of Acidity ofResidual sugar: 0.2 g/l - Harvest
-
Pinot Gris from 15 year old vines from Los Carneros (100%). Harvested on 2020-08-14 at 21.4 brix .Press: gently in a bladder press
- Winemaking
-
Fermentation: with Brettanomyces yeastMalolactic fermentation : 100%Clarification: no
- Aging
-
bottled fresh
Bottled on: 2020-10-22
Food Pairing
Melon & Prosciutto, Asian Cuisine, Fatty Raw Seafood
Tasting Notes
Citrus Rind, Funky, Brine, Asian Spice
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Stay in touch
Located in
Napa,
California.
- Founded in:
- 2013
- Owned by:
- Mandy Heldt Donovan
- Winemaking by:
- Mandy Heldt Donovan
- Case produced per year:
- 500