Merlot
Orin Swift 2023 'Advice From John' Merlot, California
Dominating aromatics abound without effort—notes of blackberry pie, black plum, sage and lilac come from the glass. Long on the finish, the espresso bean and continued concentration of blackberry throughout fades slowly with gentle and soft tannins.
$39.99
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
Markham 2020, Marked Parcel Merlot, Yountville Ranch Vineyard, Napa Valley, California
1 of 10 Barrels. Crafted from a single parcel on their oldest, original 86-acre estate vineyard, this dark Merlot has aromas of milk chocolate and brambly blackberry. Lush, jammy black fruit notes meld with dense, chewy tannins on a luxurious palate
$74.99
Hestan Vineyards 2017 'Stephanie' Merlot, Napa Valley, California
Notes of Santa Rosa plum and black cherry along with cassis, black currants, sweet complex vanilla oak and dried sweet tobacco with brown spice (cinnamon/clove). The wine on the palate is complex, with notes of leather, tobacco and black fruit.
$59.99
Markham Vineyards 2021 Merlot, Napa Valley, California
Notes of dark berries, dried cherries, licorice and dark chocolate. Medium- to full-bodied, spiced and dark-fruited with chalky, slightly dry tannins. Succulent finish. Subtle earth notes at the end that lend to the sustainable farming practices.
$27.99
Pride Mountain Vineyards 2021 Merlot, Napa Valley, California
Lots of red plums, darker chocolate, and tobacco notes emerge from the 2021 Merlot, a beautifully textured, medium-bodied Pomerol look-alike that has fine tannins, notable purity, and a great finish.
$74.99
Markham Vineyards 2019 Merlot, Napa Valley, California 375mnL
Attractive mix of ripe dark berries, sweet spices, dried herbs and walnuts, with chocolatey undertones. Medium- to full-bodied, mellow and supple, with a spiced and fruity, slightly fluid finish. A perfect half bottle for two people to enjoy a glass.
$15.99
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
Darioush 2022 Signature Merlot, Napa Valley, California
Ripe and concentrated dark fruit, layered with hints of chocolate, coffee and moist earth. Full-bodied and firm with velvety, densely packed tannins and mellow, fruity undertones. 92 points - James Suckling
$79.99
Robert Keenan Winery 2020 'Keenan Mailbox Vineyard Reserve' Merlot, Spring Mountain District, California
The 2020 Merlot Mailbox Vineyard features scents of truffle, mocha, black cherries, vanilla and cedar. It's medium to full-bodied, plump, round and appealing, with a long finish that boasts a considerable tannic clout. This is one for the long run, drink
$84.99
Silverado Vineyards 2021 Merlot Mt. George Vineyard, Napa Valley, California
This hefty wine is nevertheless smooth and velvety, filled with almost-sweet red and black plums and even strawberries. Mineral and chalk elements fill out the flavors, adding an elegant, almost delicate expression on the palate and finish.
$44.99
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