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2003 Jupilles Merlot
Napa Valley

This wine has been aged in French Oak barrels from the unique forest in Northern France called Jupilles. Hand selected staves produced a balanced rich flavor of oak that enhances t ...morehe superior style of this wine. Aromas of plum, cherry, cedar, and clove make for a great bouquet. Flavors of cherries, black licorice, and other spices and a hint of mocha complement an exquisite creamy finish highlighted by cherries, black licorice and hints of â€œJupillesâ€ French Oak. The wine has the potential to age gracefully.

^$46.00

Solune Winery

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2004 Merlot
Monterey

Merlot used to be a favorite of Jacques' before its overwhelming popularity resulted in the over-production of generic & bland wines which lacked the personality that Merlots were ...moreonce famous for. Our Merlot is intended to set the record straight and show that this wine can indeed have a distinct, appealing, and interesting personality. On the intense nose, classical plum pudding aromas share the stage with toasty vanilla and nutmeg notes. In the balanced mouth, a medium but friendly tannin structure leads to a long spicy finish. This smooth wine can be enjoyed on its own but has enough oomph to hold its own with any red meat dish.

^$18.00

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2004 Money Plays Merlot
Napa Valley

2004 Money Plays Merlot is a tribute to the boldness in all of us. Boasting full fruit characteristics of strawberry, cherry and raspberry, with a hint of spiciness and silky smoot ...moreh tannins.

^$28.00

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2005 Money Plays Merlot rollers reserve
Napa Valley

^$42.00

Stagsâ€™ Leap Winery

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2004 Merlot
Napa Valley

Aromatics of ripe red cherry and sweet strawberry jam lead to flavors of rich red fruit, toasted almonds, dried thyme, and rosemary with a hint of black truffles. The firm tannic s ...moretructure holds the melody of flavors together as a full-bodied mid palate carries through to a long finish complete with hints of licorice, black chocolate and orange peel.

^$31.00

Stagâ€™s Leap Wine Cellars

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2005 Merlot
Napa Valley

Vibrant red fruit aromas of cranberry, raspberry, and strawberry rise from the glass and mingle with spicy notes of cardamom, anise, and vanilla. Similar flavors weave across the p ...morealate along with bright red plum and nutmeg. Soft, subtle tannins create a silky entry and medium weight to this well balanced wine. Enjoy the 2005 Merlot with a pork tenderloin in pomegranate sauce or, for more casual fare, try it with a prosciutto and brie panini.

^$42.00

Stonehedge Winery

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2006 California Merlot
California

The 2006 Stonehedge California Merlot delivers its Rhone tradition with an Italian twist. Tasty cherry berry flavors resonate with plum-rasberry and spice nuances. This flavor prof ...moreile is created with help from Rhone (Syrah) and Italy (Sangiovese). This wine was aged for a short period in barrels for creating soft tannins without overwhelming it with an oaky tast. It is a versatile wine for a variety of foods from cheese, grilled meats, to fish and barbeques. It can also be served lightly chilled for those hot summery days. Enjoy!

^$12.00

Sullivan Vineyards

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2003 Reserve Merlot

The 2003 vintage was relatively cool and spring was rainy. Two short but strong heat waves in September were followed by a gentle Indian summer that allowed the grapes to finish th ...moreeir maturation. This resulted in fresh and tannic wines that are close in style to classical Bordeaux wines.

The Reserve Merlot comes from a single block that has a fairly high clay content. The fruit is harvested and fermented separately. Our Reserve Merlot always comes from this block, it always produces our best merlot. The wine was aged 22 months in French oak barrels on its lees and never racked. The lees coat the grape and oak tannins making the wine appear softer in its youth. It is an age worthy wine. With time it will show great purity, definition, complexity and finesse.

Switchback Ridge

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2002 Napa Valley Merlot
Peterson Family Vineyard

Varietal Composition: 100% Merlot
Alcohol: 14.5%
Length & Type of Aging: 18 months; 100% French Oak
Bottling Date: June 24, 2004
Number of Cases Produced: 355

^$49.50

Tesoro Winery

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2005 Merlot
Temecula Valley

Full bodied wine has dense ruby color and is youthful and fleshy with the flavors of ripe black plums. In the nose, it is floral with some raspberry, vanilla and a touch of mint. I ...morets rich tannic structure should help it age well.

^$26.00

The La Rochelle Winery

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2003 Merlot
Monterey County

360 cases produced in this vintage.

^$20.00

Thunderbolt Junction Winery

CAW Rating: 96

100

1 reviews

2004 Merlot
Paso Robles, CA

Luscious dark cherry and plum flavors with a hint of chocolate on the finish makes this a perfect wine for lamb, pork and casseroles.

^$18.00

Tin Roof Wines

CAW Rating: 89

100

3 reviews

2005 Merlot

Our 2005 Merlot offers ripe, luscious black cherry and plum fruit aromas and flavors characteristic of the Merlot variety, enhanced by hints of tobacco, herbal spice and chocolate. ...more With smooth, supple tannins and a long, rich finish, it pairs especially well with grilled red meats, herb-roasted chicken, pork chops, red-sauced pastas and flavorful hard cheeses.

Titus Vineyards

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2005 Titus Napa Valley Merlot

This elegant Merlot, often an overlooked gem, is an excellent example of what this grape can do. The addition of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec enriches the wine's structure, result ...moreing in a bold wine that promises to satisfy even the most serious Cab drinker.

^$32.00

Tolosa Winery

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2004 Tolosa Merlot
Edna Valley

Bay leaf, cocoa, and plum reveal themselves first, followed by cassis, tobacco, and mint. On the palate, this is a big, generous wine. The tannins are youthful, and will handle gri ...morelled steak, game, and pungent cheeses with aplomb. This is a Merlot that will gracefully endure several yearsâ€™ cellaring, becoming more vinous and nuanced with age.

^$20.00

Twenty Rows

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2005 Napa Valley Merlot
Napa Valley

Seamless integration of flavors from start to finish. The Merlot is a big, dense wine with layers of blackberry and chocolate. Well balanced with exceptional length on the finish.

^$18.00

Ursa Vineyards

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2004 Merlot
El Dorado

^$16.00

Villicana Winery

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2005 Merlot
Paso Robles

Rich, dense and delicious. Our dry farmed vineyard showcases the lush, rich flavors and firm tannin structure that Merlot has when farmed for intensity. This wine is fruit focused ...morewith a slight smoky spice nose. It has a medium to full tannin structure and boasts of ripe berry, cherry and raspberry flavors.

^$30.00

Voss Vineyards

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2000 Merlot
Napa Valley

The 2000 vintage began early with budbreak occurring in the third week of March. Rapid vine growth gave an indication of an early harvest. The Merlot vines began flowering by the s ...moreecond week of May under beautiful skies. A severe heat wave in mid June caused some of the newly set berries to desiccate, thus reducing the crop. Warm days and cool nights were the norm from July through September, allowing for flavor and tannin development, while retaining the natural grape acids. The Merlot was harvested at an average of 23.5 Brix. Our 2000 Napa Valley Merlot is our best effort to date. This wine displays a deep red color and aromas of black cherry, plums, and cassis. Beneath the primary fruit characters are oak-influenced notes of cedar and mocha. On the palate this wine has rich fruit and ripe but firm tannins. While enjoyable now, our 2000 Merlot will develop additional layers of earth and tobacco with additional bottle age.

Wellington Vineyards

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2003 Estate Bottled Merlot
Sonoma Valley

The nose is dominated by cherry and plum aromas, with notes of sandalwood, cinnamon, chocolate, tea and black pepper. The wine is very full bodied and supple, but with enough tanni ...morec structure to keep it focused. The finish is long and sweet.

^$18.00

2003 Merlot

CAW Rating: 100

100

1 reviews

Soft and smooth is the best way to describe this young but very delightful Merlot. The grapes came from a premium vineyard in Mendocino where the climate is perfect for producing ultra-premium Merlot.

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