Merlot Wines

Tasting Notes

Dark cherry, plum, and cocoa with earthy undertones and supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied with a refined finish.

Appellation

Rutherford

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Lush **red cherry**, plum, and mocha, with soft tannins and a silky, elegant finish.

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Deep garnet hue. Aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, and mocha with hints of vanilla. Supple tannins, medium body, balanced acidity; flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice lead to a smooth, lingering finish.

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Deep garnet hue. Aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, and mocha with hints of cedar and dried herbs. Full-bodied, with plush tannins, balanced acidity, and flavors of dark fruit, cocoa, and spice leading to a lingering, elegant finish.

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A youthful ruby hue. Aromas of red plum and cherry with a hint of dried herbs. Medium-bodied with soft tannins, juicy red fruit, and a short, simple finish.

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Louis M. Martini Winery Merlot 2025 shows ripe black cherry, plum, and subtle herbal notes, complemented by smooth tannins and a touch of oak.

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Ripe cherry, plum, and mocha with soft tannins and a velvety texture.

Appellation

Napa Valley

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Ripe red fruit, cocoa, and subtle oak, with a plush texture and refined tannins. Hints of vanilla and baking spice linger on the finish.

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Displays ripe blackberry, tobacco, leather, and crushed rock aromas. The palate is dense and harmonious, with chewy tannins and a lingering savory finish.

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The 2020 Levendi Winery Merlot offers ripe plum, black cherry, and subtle cocoa notes, with a plush texture and balanced acidity. Fine tannins and a hint of vanilla round out the finish.

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Deep garnet hue. Aromas of black plum, graphite, and dried herbs. Full-bodied, firm tannins, balanced acidity. Flavors of dark cherry, cocoa, and savory earth lead to a long, complex finish.

Appellation

Howell Mountain

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Plush and velvety with ripe cherry, plum, and cocoa notes, accented by vanilla and baking spice. Medium to full-bodied with supple tannins.

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Ripe cherry, plum, and cocoa with soft tannins and a smooth, rounded finish.

Appellation

Napa

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**Bell Merlot (Estate) 2022** offers lush plum, cherry, and cocoa flavors, with soft tannins and a velvety mouthfeel. The finish is smooth and inviting.

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2021 Merlot from Cakebread Cellars offers vibrant red plum, raspberry, and mocha notes, with polished tannins and a silky finish.

Appellation

Napa Valley

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Smooth and approachable Merlot from Opus One, offering plush fruit, velvety tannins, and a long finish from the 2023 harvest.

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Tedeschi Family Winery Merlot 2025 presents dark berry and plum flavors with hints of mocha and spice. The palate is plush, with gentle tannins and a lingering finish.

Appellation

Napa Valley

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Deep ruby with garnet edges. Ripe plum, black cherry, and mocha aromas mingle with cedar and a hint of violet. Supple tannins frame the full-bodied palate, revealing dark fruit, baking spice, and a lingering, velvety finish.

Appellation

Rutherford

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The **Rutherford Hill Merlot** displays ripe plum, black cherry, and mocha notes, with velvety tannins and a smooth, lingering finish. Subtle oak adds complexity without overpowering the fruit.

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Deep ruby color with aromas of red cherry, plum, and currant, complemented by floral notes and dried herbs. The palate is fresh, balanced, and finishes with light tartness and gentle tannins.

Appellation

Napa Valley

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Bold black cherry, plum, and mocha flavors with smooth tannins and a touch of vanilla from oak aging. Full-bodied and fruit-forward.