Merryvale
Chairman's Selection Red Wine
Napa Valley
2023
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, August 2026
Approaching Peak: drinkable, but the peak window is ahead.
This bottle is in its drinking window. Its peak runs from 2027 through 2033.
The ‘23 Chairman's Selection Red Wine.
Merryvale Chairman's Selection Red Wine 2023 is a red blend from Napa Valley, United States.
CAI drinking timeline
Cellared reference data. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, 2023 vintage. Reference updated May 17, 2026.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Merryvale Chairman's Selection Red Wine 2023 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2023 vintage
Merryvale's 2023 Chairman's Selection Red Wine is a red blend from Napa Valley, United States.
About Merryvale
Merryvale's Chairman's Selection Red Wine is a red blend from Napa Valley, United States.
From the cellar: pair with
Grilled ribeye with rosemary
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised short ribs
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Roast lamb with garlic
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 60-65°F (16-18°C)
- Decanting
- Young and structured. Decant for 75-90 minutes to soften the tannins before serving.
- Cellar Storage
- 55°F (13°C), 60-70% humidity, bottle on its side.
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Frequently Asked
What is Merryvale Chairman's Selection Red Wine 2023?
Merryvale Chairman's Selection Red Wine 2023 is a red blend from Napa Valley, United States.
What does Merryvale Chairman's Selection Red Wine 2023 taste like?
Merryvale Chairman's Selection Red Wine 2023 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Merryvale Chairman's Selection Red Wine 2023 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2025-2037. Within that arc, the peak window is 2027-2033. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest. Cellared reference data. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, 2023 vintage. Reference updated May 17, 2026.
What pairs with Merryvale Chairman's Selection Red Wine 2023?
Pair this wine with Grilled ribeye with rosemary; Braised short ribs; or Roast lamb with garlic.