Merlot
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
Leonetti Cellar 2023 Merlot, Walla Walla Valley, Washington
A spice box on the nose, mixing cloves, incense, dried flowers and hints of menthol. It presents a balanced inner sweetness and soothingly round textures as crisp blue fruits cascade across the palate. Finishing long and full of youthful tension.
$109.99
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
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
Pahlmeyer 2022 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
$119.97
Château Le Prieuré 2022 Pomerol, Bordeaux, France
Dark cherry, mocha, new leather and licorice build in the glass. As always, Le Prieuré is one of the more elegant, mid-weight wines from Saint-Émilion. Beams of tannin and brisk acids lift the finish. 92% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc.
$57.99
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