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Nova Wines Inc.

Marilyn Wines traces its origins to 1981, when a small group of friends started making wine at their home near St. Helena, in Napa Valley. One evening in 1983, over dinner and a bottle of homemade Merlot, the concept of "Marilyn Merlot" was born. The wine enjoyed a good deal of popularity around the valley and was often donated to charity auctions and given as Christmas gifts.

In 1985, the playful idea and the fine wine that bore its name led to the limited production of Marilyn Merlot for sale to the public. Over the years, continuing acclaim from critics, collectors, and lovers of fine wine have led to the production of Marilyn Cabernet, Norma Jeane wines, the Velvet Collection wines, and our eighteenth vintage of Marilyn Merlot.

Marilyn Wines holds an exclusive agreement with the estate of Marilyn Monroe for the use of the name and the images. The royalties paid are distributed according to Marilyn's will to Anna Strasberg who helps support the Lee Strasberg Theater Institute and to the Anna Freud Foundation in London, which has set up a special child treatment center called the Monroe Young Family Center.

Products From Nova Wines Inc.
USA
(2009)

Grapes: a blend of 77% Merlot and 23% Syrah from Lou Tallerico's vineyard near China Camp in California's central valley. Harvested on September 17, the grapes were delivered to the Napa Valley wine Company for processing by Nova wines.

Winemaking: Destemmed but not crushed the grapes were cool fermented to capture the fresh fruit aromas and flavours typical of 'Nouveau' wines. The grapes were pressed before drying to further enhance the softness desired for immediate enjoyment.

Acid: .52
Ph: 3.77
RS .27


Bottled: November 3, 2009

Availability: November 5, 2009

Winemakers notes: Norma Jeanne has an attractive ruby color and aromas of ripe blueberries and raspberries. The fruit flavours are bright and lively and the taste is refreshingly light.

SKU + 540179


Supplier: Nova Wines Inc.
Type: Red
Region: Napa Valley California
Availability:
Specialty
Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores

Country: USA
Alc Vol: 12.5


12 X 750ml
$ 24.30 Shelf Price



USA
(2004)

Status: Sold Out

A blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon and 46% Merlot grapes, grown in Napa Valley. It is available in luxuriously boxed and individually numbered magnums.

SKU + 207563


Supplier: Nova Wines Inc.
Type: Red
Region: Napa Valley California
Availability:
Specialty
Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores

Country: USA
Alc Vol: 14.1


3 X 1500ml
$ 347.50 Shelf Price



USA
(2004)

A blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon and 46% Merlot grapes. Available in sets of 750ml, magnum, and double magnum bottles, offered in wooden presentation cases.

SKU + 204073


Supplier: Nova Wines Inc.
Type: Red
Region: Napa Valley California
Availability:
Specialty
Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores

Country: USA
Alc Vol: 14.1


3 X 750ml
$ 1299.99 Shelf Price



USA
(2008)

Status: New Vintage!

An Elegant Marilyn Merlot Arrives

The release of the 2008 vintage of Marilyn Merlot on June 1st (the birth date of Marilyn Monroe) celebrates the 24th vintage of a wine appreciated by fans of the iconic star, collectors of Marilyn memorabilia, and lovers of fine Napa Valley wines.

Winemakers Notes: "The 2008 vintage Marilyn Merlot is the 24th release of this fine wine. It is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine was aged in 100% oak barrels, 35% of which were new for this vintage. Aromas of Herbes de Provence, primarily thyme and lavender complement the oak components of vanilla and smoke from the wood. Moderate alcohol and good acidity make this wine a good pairing with fine foods. Vineyard locations for this wine are from our long time growers in Yountville and Oakville regions of the Napa Valley."
John McKay - Winemaker

Vineyards: Yountmill Vineyard 88% - Beckstoffer Vineyard 12%
Harvest Date: Sept-Oct
Total Acid: 0.60g/100ml

SKU + 491357


Supplier: Nova Wines Inc.
Type: Red
Region: Napa Valley California
Availability:
Specialty
Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores

Country: USA
Alc Vol: 13.9


12 X 750ml
$ 40.30 Shelf Price



USA
(2001)

Status: Sold Out

A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Merlot. Aromas of cassis, black currants, and toasty oak. The flavours are a good balance of fruit and acidity.

SKU + 350686


Supplier: Nova Wines Inc.
Type: Red
Region: Napa Valley California
Availability:
Specialty
Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores

Country: USA
Alc Vol: 14.1


12 X 750ml
$ 64.15 Shelf Price



USA
(2004)

A blend of 61% Pinot Noir, 38% Chardonnay and 1% Pinot Meunier. The wine was aged an average of nearly two years en triage (on yeast in the bottle). On the palate, it shines brightly with delicate fruit and persistent sparkle.

SKU + 464529


Supplier: Nova Wines Inc.
Type: Sparkling
Region: Napa Valley California
Availability:
Specialty
Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores

Country: USA
Alc Vol: 12.5


12 X 750ml
$ 48.00 Shelf Price