Merlot
Newton Vineyard 1997 Unfiltered EPIC Merlot, Napa Valley, California
Pleasantly proportioned, with a nice balance of herb, sage and currant flavors. Firm on the finish, where the tannins are rich and tight.
$49.99
Pride Mountain Vineyards 2022 Merlot, Napa Valley, California
Beautiful, medium to full-bodied, plump, rounded style that's a joy to drink. Giving up lots of redcurrants, black cherries, tobacco leaf, earth, and chocolate, it has nicely integrated tannins and no hard edges. Bright, keeps restrained style appealing.
$74.99
Trentadue 2022 'La Storia' Estate Merlot, Alexander Valley, California
Dramatic aromas of chocolate covered strawberries and candied raspberries jump from the glass on the nose of this Merlot. The palate brings a wash of vibrant cherry-lemon acidity and flavors of cocoa powder, licorice, cherry jam and cinnamon.
$29.99
Le Macchiole 2017 Messorio, Toscana IGT Tuscany, Italy
A beam of black cherry and blackberry permeates this red, accented by rosemary, thyme, iron and oak spice. Balanced and graceful, this should begin to hit its stride in two to three years, once the oak is absorbed. Merlot. Best from 2023 through 2040.
$249.99
Grgich Hills Estate 2021 Merlot, Napa Valley, California
Aromas of blackberry, rose hip, dried cranberries and hints of boysenberry followed by notes of violets and crushed spices. The palate begins with a soft, dense, lush, tannin structure supported by red berry fruit, subtle acidity and a long vanilla finish
$58.99
Château de Viaud-Lalande 2023 Lalande-de-Pomerol, Bordeaux, France
Raspberry, cassis, plum, and licorice are prominent, with floral notes of violet and a hint of dark chocolate. The wine presents a medium body with balanced acidity and tannins, showcasing fresh berries and subtle oak flavors.
$24.99
Pahlmeyer 2021 Merlot, Napa Valley, California
Delicious, velvety and mouth-filling, this wine could convert any merlot skeptic to being a fan. Intense and saturated with flavor, but wrapped in luscious tannins. Blueberries, creme de cassis, cherries, cream and mint. 98 points James Suckling
$119.99