Merlot

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Merlot

Disregarding "Sideways" -- merlot can be a very appealing and satisfying wine. Currently winemakers are changing to match the demand for a more solid, rich and fleshy merlot. Check out Cinnabar's Paso Robles Merlot, which is crafted in a new world style. It has soft tannins and a long, fruity finish. Updated 07/02/09

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06 14 Hands Merlot, Washington "14 Hands Merlot offers classic Washington aromas of berries and black cherries. Ripe fruit flavors are joined by subtle toast and mocha nuances. While soft and approachable, this wine maintains a sturdy frame of tannins.” -Keith Kenison, Winemaker	11.99	qty:
07 Angeline Russian River Valley Merlot Winery notes: Our Merlot is fashioned in a fruit-forward, easy to drink style, yet it reveals admirable complexity and length. Our winemaker emphasizes the bright flavors of the fruit along with aromas of wild blackberries, cherry and vanilla. Subtle oak accents enhance its ripe, rich character with hints of vanilla. The finish is smooth and satisfying, with soft tannins complementing the intense fruit.	12.99	qty:
05 Beringer Napa Valley Merlot "Ultraripe and rich, with black cherry and toasty oak aromas. Though the flavors aren't deep, they are supple, almost showy, with plum, mocha and cinnamon notes. Drink now through 2011. 30,500 cases made." 87 points. -- Wine Spectator	16.99 reg. 19.99	qty:
07 Bogle Vineyards Merlot Winery notes: Concentrated aromas of earthy spice and summer cherries surround the senses, while the first pleasant sip is a delightful wave of fresh red fruit and soft garden herbs. Mere hints of pipe tobacco and spicy oak lend depth to the finish, reinforced by firm, assertive tannins.	9.99	qty:
06 Bonterra Merlot, Mendocino County Winery notes: Raised on vines in a valley that absorbs the full brilliance of a Mendocino County day, this nuanced wine blends a focused Merlot character with an evident heritage of Bordeaux. Aromas of cranberry, chocolate and cola spice add to the old-world style. Our Merlot is wonderfully dry, with compelling fruit and touches of herbs and light oak.	14.99	qty:
04 Calistoga Cellars Napa Valley Merlot This is for you if you like your Merlots soft, gentle and ripe almost to the point of sweetness. It’s a one-dimensional wine, rich in fudgy chocolate, blackberry tart and sweetened rosehip tea flavors. 84. -- Wine Enthusiast	24.99	qty:
01 Chalk Hill Estate Bottled Sonoma County Merlot "The surprisingly fine, dense ruby-colored 2001 Merlot Estate exhibits a sweet nose of chocolatey black cherries, herbs, and mocha, red as well as black fruits, and subtle oak. This is a tasty, complex Merlot for drinking now and over the next 4-5 years." 89 points. -- Wine Advocate	50.99	qty:
05 Chappellet Napa Valley Merlot From the estate vineyards on Pritchard Hill featuring low yields and intensely concentrated grape characteristics. Exceptionally balanced and flavor intense.	34.99	qty:
04 Charles Creek En Casa Merlot, Carneros, Sonoma County Winery notes: Long "hang time" allows the development of rich, ripe fruit accented with a hint of fines herbs in the nose. A touch of vanillin, mocha and brown spice are the result of 18 months maturation in small oak cooperage.	23.99	qty:
05 Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Merlot "Firm in texture, with ripe currant and berry shaded by smoke, coffee and spice nuances as the finish lingers. Drink now through 2012." 88 points. -- Wine Spectator	13.99	qty:
03 Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Merlot A Wine Spectator "Smart Buy." Supple, generous and welcoming, offering ripe cherry, currant and herb flavors that mingle effectively through the round finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Sangiovese. Drink now through 2009. 89 points.	16.99 reg. 17.99	qty:
06 Cinnabar Paso Robles Merlot Winery notes: A nose of blackberry, mocha, smoke and vanilla complements a palate of deep ripe berry and spice. The soft texture and rounded tannins make this an easy-drinking wine. Its moderately long finish of fruit, cocoa and toasted oak will enhance generous portions of baby back ribs seasoned with garlic salt, or spaghetti with red sauce, braised meatballs and Italian sausage.	20.99	qty:
04 Clos du Val Napa Valley Merlot "Shows fine qualities, from the balanced, rich mouthfeel to the cherry, violet and cocoa flavors to the long, spicy finish. Plenty of restrained elegance and finesse in this dry, polished Merlot. Drink now." 88 points. -- Wine Enthusiast	24.99	qty:
04 Clos Pegase Carneros Mitsuko's Vineyard Merlot Winery notes: Redolent of red currants, raspberries and plum cherries with hints of mint and sous bois, our Merlot possesses the rich tannin structure and natural acidity to age and evolve in the more classic manner preferred by our Bordeaux brethren.	24.99	qty:
04 Deerfield Ranch Merlot Cuvee Sonoma County 75 percent Merlot, 11 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 8 percent Malbec and 6 percent Sangiovese. This low-production Merlot (2,000 cases) has good texture from long barrel aging.	20.99	qty:
04 Dr. Konstantin Finger Lakes, N.Y. Merlot With aromas of cherry, blackberry, vanilla beans and chocolate as well as hints of toasty oak, this Merlot shows great concentration and richness. The use of both French and American oak barrels add a spicy dimension to this wine. Firm tannins and good acidity make the Merlot from the 2004 vintage particularly well suited for food pairings. Enjoy this wine with pasta, meats and sharp cheeses.	22.99	qty:
05 Duckhorn Merlot Napa Valley The bright fruit and forward nature of this Merlot, crafted in right-bank Bordeaux style, pairs well with grilled meats and wild game, wild berry sauces, hearty pasta dishes and Pacific Northwest salmon.	48.99	qty:
03 Duckhorn Merlot, Howell Mountain "Those notorious mountain tannins have largely melted, making the wine drinkable now, although it will hold for a decade with proper cellaring. Lush and velvety, with a drop of Cabernet Franc, this is voluptuous in cherries, black currants and fine, toasty oak." 94 points -- Wine Enthusiast	64.99	qty:
04 Duckhorn Napa Valley Estate Grown Merlot "A blend of four vineyards, this is an extremely impressive Merlot. It dazzles with rich, ripe black currant, cherry liqueur, raspberry, milk chocolate, smoky oak and spice flavors that are complex and go on and on through the finish. Beyond that is the texture, so refined and elegant, combining power and subtle elegance. Just a gorgeous, sensual Merlot. Drink now–2010." 95 points. -- Wine Enthusiast	79.99	qty:
03 Duckhorn Vineyards, Three Palms Vineyard Merlot Bright, saturated ruby-red. Blackberry, violet and mint on the nose, along with some bourbony oak. Suave and juicy on the palate, with excellent intensity and life to the blackberry and spicy oak flavors. Nicely concentrated wine, finishing with sweet, spicy blackberry and raspberry fruit, ripe tannins and lovely persistence. 90. -- Stephen Tanzer	79.99	qty:
05 Ehlers Estate Merlot Napa Valley Winery notes: On the palate, this Merlot displays earth tones of coffee, sage and cedar that segue to a focused mid-palate of black fruit. The incorporation of 15 percent Cabernet Sauvignon in the final blend adds depth, density and structure. The wine is full-bodied, with rich, detailed tannins that integrate well with the natural acidity of the cool-vintage fruit, while the oak shows restraint, offering subtle accents of maple and cream.	42.99	qty:
05 Emmolo Napa Valley Merlot Cheryl Emmolo's notes: The wine shows beautiful fruit in the glass, so it's easy to sip from an early age, but it's complex enough to promise nice evolution with some bottle age	28.99	qty:
05 Ferrari Carano Sonoma County Merlot Winemaker's notes: This wine is a composed of primarily Merlot, blended with small amounts of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. The cool climate valley floor vineyards produce supple, fruit-forward wine, while the hillside vineyard fruit lends intensity and structure.	25.99	qty:
06 Flora Springs Estate Merlot Napa Valley Winemaker Paul Steinauer explains, “In 2006, our vineyard team worked hard with the Merlot to get an even more concentrated character from the grapes. Aggressive crop thinning rewarded us with wines exhibiting an even deeper color and full midpalate.”	19.99	qty:
04/06 Francis Coppola, Diamond Series Blue Label Merlot Fruit from Napa, Sonoma and Monterey come together in harmony to produce a wine with structure, subtle texture and natural acidity. Deep, rich aromas of blueberry and raspberry lead to succulent flavors of vanilla and leather, wrapped in soft tannins.	16.99 reg. 18.99	qty:
05 Franciscan Merlot Napa Valley Winery notes: Round, full-bodied palate with vibrant dark cherry fruit, sweet herbs and silky mouthfeel. Very supple and elegant, the finely knit tannins highlight bold fruit and sweet tobacco notes, giving a velvety finish.	21.99	qty:
06 Frei Brothers Reserve Merlot Dry Creek Valley Winemaker's notes: A medium-bodied wine that exhibits intense flavors of blackberry and cherry from the vineyard with hints of complementary barrel spices. This wine was made to be enjoyed young, but a bit of bottle aging will make it even more rewarding.	16.99 reg. 17.99	qty:
04 Frog's Leap Napa Valley Merlot The purity of the merlot varietal shows in the wine’s classic aromas of cherry and ripe red fruit. On the palate one can easily taste why Cab wasn’t needed for structure – this wine has a balance that is best left to stand on its own. Flavors of chocolate, plum and pepper find great harmony with the plush, soft texture of this merlot. With ripe fruit and clean flavors the wine is a perfect match with frisee aux lardons.	33.99	qty:
02 Gary Farrell Sonoma County Merlot Winemaker's notes: Ambitious aromas of sweet cedar, mocha, and juicy black cherry fruit. The dark berry fruits explode in the mouth and continue through its impeccably balanced, wonderfully long finish. The structure-building component of cabernet sauvignon adds beautifully integrated tannins without compromising the accessible nature of this generous, mouth-filling wine.	28.99	qty:
05 Ghost Pines Merlot "This is a new brand from Gallo, named after a vineyard the Louis M. Martini winery used to designate. It’s a rich, sturdy Merlot, with a thick tannin structure, and shows forward flavors of cherries, black and red currants, licorice, blackberry tea, cola and spice. Not an ager, but impressive for its complexity." 87 points. -- Wine Enthusiast	19.99	qty:
03 Grgich Hills Napa Valley Estate Grown Merlot The wine's perfect marriage of ripe fruit and French oak barrels creates a bouquet of cherry and black berries with hints of cedar and spice. In the mouth this Merlot has a generous, soft, smooth texture that hugs your tongue and the flavors linger in your mouth for a long, long time. This is a Merlot that will gain in complexity and silkiness with age.	47.99	qty:
03 Gundlach Bundschu Rhinefarm Vineyard Merlot The 2002 Rhinefarm Merlot offers dusty cherry, cranberry, dried sage and sweet vanilla aromas. From the smooth entry, red berry flavors prevail as the wine broadens to show a round, creamy texture. Soft, well integrated tannins and firm acidity lead to a long, focused finish.	29.99	qty:
02 Jarvis Napa Merlot This seductive wine is rich in aroma of dark cherries, cassis, and toasty vanilla. Flavors of sweet cherries and chocolate linger long into the finish.	46.99	qty:
05 Kendall-Jackson, Grand Reserve Jackson Estates Merlot Winemaker's notes: Black plum, boysenberry, and cherry flavors dance amongst the violet, chocolate and cedar notes. This wine is smooth and the tannins are refined and round. In true Merlot character, this wine caresses the mouth and lingers beyond each sip.	23.99	qty:
06 L de Lyeth Sonoma County Merlot This wine has ripe black cherry, lively raspberry, plum, currant, thyme and spice notes on the nose. On the palate, it is well-balanced with flavors of plum, wild berry, currant and hints of mint and spices.	12.99	qty:
01 Ladera Howell Mountain Napa Valley Merlot Ripe, rich and polished, with intense, concentrated currant, blackberry and cedary anise flavors, gaining richness and complexity, with a long, persistent aftertaste. 90 -- Wine Spectator	45.99	qty:
03 M. Cosentino California Merlot Spicy and rich. A complex aromatic set of plums, white pepper, a hint of mint and a touch of leather. This full-bodied well balanced complex Merlot shows cherries, pomegranate, plum, spice flavors and mineral notes with a long finish.	10.99 reg. 13.99	qty:
05 Markham Napa Valley Merlot Winery notes: Aromas of violets and blackberry briars remind one of Cabernet Sauvignon while the fleshy texture alludes to Merlot. The attractive sweet espresso and black raspberry flavors add to the mystery. A bit of bottle age should allow the spicy, cherry fruit and vanilla oak to shine.	19.99	qty:
04 Meeker Gold Leaf Cuvee Merlot, Sonoma County With its strong plum and berry flavors, this wine shows big from the get-go. It's elegant: the black cherries start off easy but finish with a long, well-rounded complexity of strawberry jam and toasty French oak with a hint of smoke. At its price it will become a staple for every night dinner table enjoyment.	14.99	qty:
05 Meeker Winemaker's Handprint Sonoma County Merlot Winery notes: A blend of grapes from the Dry Creek, Russian River and Alexander Valleys, this wine has a nose of strawberries and cherries wrapped in French oak, and the cherries roll onto the palate accompanied by strawberry/rhubarb notes and lots of spice. 83 percent Merlot, 10 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 3 percent Syrah, 3 percent Cabernet Franc and 1 percent Petit Verdot.	39.99	qty:
06 Parcel 41 Napa Valley Merlot Winery notes: This complex Merlot has aromas of dark cherry, chocolate and plum. It's rich, ripe and concentrated flavors showcase layers of blackberry, currant and mocha with very smooth tannins that lead to a medium-long finish.	19.99	qty:
06 Paso Creek Paso Robles Merlot Winery notes: A Big Whiff Reveals: Explosive black cherry with bright raspberry and notes of white pepper and toasty sweet oak. Brace Your Palate for: Dense, dark, jammy blackberry with generous spice and vanilla, firm tannins and a long, graceful finish	16.99	qty:
04 Provenance Napa Valley Merlot "Sleek and focused, with a Bordeaux-like structure that hones in on the red cherry and red currant flavors. Moderately rich and well-balanced, this is appealing for its elegance and grace." 87 points. -- Wine Spectator	27.99	qty:
03 Ray's Station Vineyards Merlot, Sonoma County A Wine Enthusiast Editor's Choice "Try sneaking this into your next wine group blind tasting. It might turn some heads. It shows the ripe, polished cherry, plum, sage, carob and licorice flavors of the finest Merlots, with rich, finely ground tannins, and finishes dry. With a drop of Cabs Sauvignon and Franc, it has true complexity." 87 points.	13.99	qty:
05 Raymond Estates R Collection Merlot Winemaker's notes: This is a fruit-forward, well-structured Merlot that opens with aromas of cherry, raspberry, red plum, black pepper, spice, earth, smoke and vanilla. It fills the mouth with smooth cherry, rhubarb, raspberry and plum flavors along with hints of earth and spice in the toasty vanilla finish. Full-bodied, yet approachable, with a good balance of acid and tannins.	12.99 reg. 13.99	qty:
04 Raymond Napa Valley Reserve Merlot "Rich and forward in cherry, blackberry, coffee and smoky oak flavors, this has ripe and fine polished tannins. It’s a nice wine, with some sharpness on the finish." 87 points. -- Wine Enthusiast	19.99 reg. 21.99	qty:
04 Rombauer Vineyards Merlot Napa Valley This Merlot exhibits a ripe, juicy core of blueberry, plum, and black cherries that glide across the palate. Elegantly styled, this wine displays rich spice notes that highlight the fruit and add to the complexity of the wine. A full-bodied, round finish is accentuated with hints of cedar and vanilla.	27.99	qty:
04 Rutherford Hill Napa Valley Merlot Dark cherries, rich chocolate and a hint of oaky sweetness abound in this merlot. Sufficient easy charms to work on its own as an aperitif; enough going on to complement a long list of edibles. More uses than a Swiss Army knife and much easier to operate. Enjoy!	21.99	qty:
05 Schug Sonoma Valley Merlot "Here’s a Merlot that just wants to support the food it’s paired with, not dominate it. It’s dry and balanced, teasing with cherries, herbs and oak, then pulling back to let the tannins and acids take a bow. Should develop a little complexity by spring 2008, but it’s fine now." 87 points. -- Wine Enthusiast	23.99	qty:
04 Sebastiani Merlot, Sonoma County Winemaker's notes: In the glass, this Merlot is very darkly colored garnet and violet. This concentration is carried through to the palate, where the long growing season lends a unique blend of ripe black cherry, plum and blueberry, balanced by notes of green tea and bay leaf.	15.99	qty:
02 St. Supery Merlot Napa Valley This merlot has deep, dark colors and aromas layered with blackberry, currants and toasty oak. The flavors pick up momentum showing blackberry, cherry, sage and a hint of creamy mocha. There is an excellent balance, depth and range of flavors in the finish.	25.99 reg. 29.99	qty:
05 Stag's Leap Napa Valley Merlot This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of black cherry, brambles, cedar and fennel. The palate reveals layers of black plum, licorice and vanilla supported by ﬁrm, but ﬁne tannins. The full-bodied mid palate carries through to a nice long ﬁnish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate.	32.99	qty:
05 Steltzner Stag's Leap District Napa Valley Merlot Winery notes: Satisfying flavors of blueberries and cream with hints of cherries and some vanilla and oak notes from the barrels. There are nice dry tannins throughout that are well integrated and provide a long satisfying finish. This is a well balanced and supple wine that can be enjoyed now but will benefit from additional cellar aging.	31.99	qty:
04 Sterling Vineyards, Vintner's Collection Merlot Central Coast Winery notes: The Sterling Vintner's Collection Merlot is a clear ruby color with aromas of ripe blackberry, jammy red fruit, vanilla, nutmeg, dark chocolate, and toasty oak. On the palate are flavors of rich black fruits; ripe black cherries, blackberries and a lingering finish of fine grain tannins.	13.99	qty:
03 Stonestreet Alexander Valley Merlot The 2003 Merlot reveals subdued wood, blue and black fruits as well as an elegant, medium-bodied style. While there is not much length, it displays an attractive, superficial appeal. 85-87 points. -- Robert Parker	29.99	qty:
03 Twomey Napa Valley Merlot An intense, concentrated wine that combines power and finesse in beautiful balance. It displays a very dark, ruby color and a complex nose of black cherry jam, roasting coffee, dark chocolate and cloves. It has a velvety, voluptuous mouth-feel with flavors of cherries covered in dark chocolate, and an extremely long finish with echoes of fruit and spice.	61.99	qty:
06 Whitehall Lane Merlot Napa Valley Winery notes: The aromas are somewhat exotic, melding spicy aromas with dark cherry and blackberry notes and hi-lighted by hints of violet and lavender. The flavors are similar to the aromas with sandalwood and vanilla just beginning to give ground to the greater fruit below. It finishes long and silky, revealing its cherry core in the delicious finish. The wine is ready to enjoy now and will evolve with cellaring to 2012.	29.99	qty:
05 Wild Horse Paso Robles Merlot Aromas of boysenberry cobbler, black cherry, delicate wild strawberries and vanilla coffee bean intrigue the senses leaving your mouth watering for the flavors that come of red raspberry, plum, nutmeg, and lavender water.	17.99	qty:
03 William Hill Winery Napa Valley Merlot Forward flavors of boysenberry and blueberry that are complemented by spice, toasty oak and soft vanilla nuances. This is a full-bodied Merlot with a silky mouthfeel and rich lush texture.	19.99	qty: