Merlot, a dark blue-colored wine grape, originated from the Bordeaux region of France. It typically produces medium-bodied red wines with hints of berry, plum, and currant.
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2022 Emmolo (Caymus) Napa Valley Merlot (Elsewhere $55)
Jenny Wagner, the youngest offspring of Chuck Wagner, renowned for Caymus wines, serves as the winemaker at Emmolo Winery, a namesake tribute to her mother, Cheryl Emmolo. The Emmolo family boasts a rich legacy deeply rooted in Napa Valley. In 1923, great-grandfather Salvatore Emmolo initiated a grape rootstock nursery, a tradition continued by his son Frank. Under Frank's stewardship, the family property saw the cultivation of Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot, marking a significant chapter in the Emmolo family's enduring connection with the Napa Valley. Nose: Cocktail cherries and sweet spice, with notes of savory bread, newly oiled leather and pronounced French oak. Palate: Smooth upon entry, with a richness that builds. Flavors of cherry, spice and savory bread carry over from the nose, with lush plums and a hint of jerky. Dusty, powdery tannins lend softness. French oak character comes through on the nose, palate and lingering finish.$39.9023 -
2020 Duckhorn Three Palms Vineyard Napa Valley Merlot
Winery Notes- Epic, elegant and profoundly complex, this stunning wine draws you in with aromas of fresh cranberry, huckleberry, crushed rose petals, raspberry and graham crackers. On the palate, mesmerizing layers of black fig and cocoa powder mingle with the lush berry flavors, with a sophisticated note of minerality emerging on the long, resonant finish.$99.904 -
2022 Duckhorn Napa Valley Merlot
Winery Notes- This wine opens with an alluring nose of floral notes and dark red berries, characteristic of a quintessential Napa Valley Merlot. The palate is supple and polished with a seamless integration of fruit and tannin, enhanced by the inclusion of Cabernet Sauvignon and a hint of Cabernet Franc. The long, vibrant finish highlights meticulous craftsmanship and perfect balance.$46.9011 -
2021 Plumpjack Napa Valley Merlot
Winery Notes- The 2021 PlumpJack Merlot is complex and layered. The nose leads with cherry, raspberry, and boysenberry, followed by sweet earth and dried herbs. The oak barrels bring depth to the nose by infusing notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, pie crust, vanilla, caramel, and hickory. These flavors carry through to the palate, which has a silky texture, firm yet plush tannin, and lively acidity. This wine has great length and finishes with an impression of espresso and baker’s chocolate.$69.902 -
2021 Pride Mountain Napa County Merlot
Winery Notes- More than any other Bordelaise variety, merlot is defined by the fruit it brings to your glass. In our 2021 Merlot, core aromas of blackberry and just-ripe plum are layered over complex notes of bay and dark chocolate, with subtle hints of black cherry and temperate forest entice even further.$68.9022 -
2018 Switchback Ridge Peterson Family Vineyard Napa Valley Merlot
Winery Notes- This powerhouse Merlot draws you in with striking aromas of ripe raspberry, red currant, and a hint of vanilla. The palate offers a rich sweetness of fruit, pleasantly viscous with an array of ripe fruit flavors. The tannins are refined and gentle, perfectly balanced out with bright acidity, and lead to an incredibly long finish that rivals any Cabernet Sauvignon!$59.901 -
2019 Karl Lawrence HBR Howell Mountain Napa Valley Merlot
The 2019 Karl Lawrence HBR Howell Mountain Napa Valley Merlot presents a captivating and distinctive tasting experience. With its deep garnet hue, the wine offers an enticing visual invitation. The nose is immediately greeted by an array of aromas—juicy red plums, ripe black cherries, and crushed berries mingle harmoniously with hints of dried herbs, mocha, and a touch of floral essence. On the palate, this Merlot exhibits a remarkable balance between richness and finesse. Velvety tannins support flavors of dark fruit compote, raspberry preserves, and a subtle undertone of toasty oak. The wine's structural integrity is apparent, providing both a solid framework and an inviting texture. The finish is elegant and enduring, leaving behind a lingering impression of ripe fruit and a whisper of vanilla. The 2019 Karl Lawrence HBR Merlot captures the unique character of Howell Mountain, showcasing the region's elevated terroir and the meticulous craftsmanship that defines Napa Valley winemaking. Ready to be enjoyed in its youth, yet holding the potential for graceful aging, this Merlot exemplifies the heights that Napa Valley Merlots can achieve, making it a compelling choice for connoisseurs and aficionados seeking a memorable and artfully crafted wine.$59.9012 -
2020 Pride Mountain Napa-Sonoma Counties Merlot
Winery Notes- Not only is this a great merlot, it is as beautiful a merlot as we have ever made. What makes it so special? As mandated by merlot, the 2020 is foremost about the fruit, with ripe mulberry and kirsch taking center stage to provide pure smile-inducing pleasure.$64.9011
