Merlot at Crazy About Wine

CAW Rating: 96

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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.

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De Loach Vineyards

CAW Rating: 85

100

1 reviews

2004 Russian River Valley Merlot
Russian River Valley

Harvested by hand, these grapes were estate-grown at our Los Amigos Ranch, located 11 miles northeast of the winery. After fermentation, the wine was aged 14 months in French, Amer ...moreican and Hungarian oak barrels.

DeLoach Vineyardsâ€™ 2004 Estate Bottled Merlot has a true varietal voice with aromas of dusky black cherry and cedar box. Immediate flavors of sarsaparilla and cassis are framed by a kiss of oak; developing into sophisticated layers of bakers

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Chateau Souverain

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2005 Merlot
Alexander Valley

Deep ruby in color, this concentrated Alexander Valley Merlot offers classic aromas of ripe black plum, blueberry and currant. The core of vibrant fruit balances nicely with the so ...moreft, round tannins creating a lush and juicy mouthfeel. Notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, which come from aging in oak barrels, meld nicely with the rich fruit and lead to a long, velvety finish.

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Borra Vineyards

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2004 Merlot
Gill Creek Ranch

Our medium-bodied Merlot has loads of sweet black cherry a hint of spice and toasty oak. The wine has a round and complex mouth feel with a lingering finish. This wine has been han ...mored crafted and is unfiltered and unfined. Simply decant before serving to avoid any sediment or tartrates.

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Buttonwood Farm Winery

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2004 Merlot
Santa Ynez Valley

The 2004 growing season produced a small crop of merlot which was crushed and fermeneted with Pasteur red yeast for three weeks before pressing off, then racked to French oak barre ...morels where it aged for nineteen months. The addition of cabernet franc adds structure and a bit of spiciness to the final product. Aromas of sweet cherry, anise, and clove give way to flavors of forest floor, cedar, clove, black raspberry and oak. A firm backbone of tannin supports the wine without getting in the way of the flavor and ensures the wine will age for years to come. But don't wait years to try it!

Serve 2004 Merlot with duck breasts braised in a merlot, dried apricot and dried cherry sauce.

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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.

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Clos La Chance Wines

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2004 Violet-Crowned Merlot
Central Coast

The color of this wine is intenseâ€”deep ruby purple. Aromas of ripe plums, smoky berry fruits and spice. Juicy red currant flavors on the entry, followed with rich, red cherry, bl ...moreack cherry and blackberry flavors extending to the mid-palate. A long finish with spicy oak and velvety fruit. Soft, lush and colorful!

^$18.00

Lucchesi Vineyards and Winery

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2005 Merlot
Sierra Foothills.

Aromas of ripe cherries, cinnamon spice, hint of earthiness. Soft, lush palate; ripe fruit flavors; smooth tannins; persistent finish. Perfect match with barbecues, well-suited wit ...moreh grilled meats and mushrooms.

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Guglielmo Winery

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2005 Private Reserve Merlot
Santa Clara Valley

Our 2005 Private Reserve Merlot is aimed toward the stylistic goal of producing a big, mouth-filling Merlot that finishes with a velvety softness. The 2005 vintage packs a nose-ple ...moreasing punch of vanilla, cola, and dark fruit aromas with a hint of nutmeg and pepper. On the palate a bright burst of dried cherry flavors and chewy tannins combine and develop - inviting the next sip. Produced in a very bold style, this expressive wine will stand up to extremely rich foods and sauces.

WINEMAKERS NOTES:
The 2005 vintage was produced from fruit grown in San Ysidro Vineyards in Southern Santa Clara County. This is our fourth Private Reserve Merlot release from this vineyard, and we continue to be pleased with the quality of fruit grown here. After fermentation, the wine was allowed to age for approximately nineteen months in a combination of French & American 60- gallon oak barrels. The 2005 Santa Clara Valley Merlot should continue to gain additional complexities in the bottle for at least another 3 - 4 years. This 2005 bottling yielded approximately 600 cases.

Alcohol: 14.7%

^$18.00

Ravenswood Winery

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2004 Merlot
Sonoma County

Our taste in Merlot runs more toward the Old World discipline of Bordeaux than toward California goose-down comforters. The place in Sonoma to pursue that ideal is Ravenswood's own ...more Carneros region, whose bayfront breezes and chilling fog keep things firm and well-structured. Our Sonoma County Merlot has notes of leather, smoke and green olive, plus a smattering of Sonoma Valley fruit that announces its presence with ripe plums and cherries, velvety texture and hint of brown sugar. Finally, a couple of Cabernets (Franc and Sauvignon) add backbone. In sum: a classic California version of a classic Pomerol.

^$18.50

Alexander Valley Vineyards

CAW Rating: 78

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1 reviews

2004 Merlot

The color of the 2004 Wetzel Family Estate Merlot is dark ruby red. Aromas of blackberry and cassis fill the glass with nuances of vanilla and cedar. On the palate this wine is dee ...moreply flavored with a hefty core of fruit. Black and red fruits appear initially, followed by an integrated acid balance and velvety tannins. Great depth and length provides a cellar life of 10-12 years.

^$18.99

J Doran Vineyards

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2006 J Doran Vineyards "Bellazza Scura" Merlot
Livermore Valley

The 2006 J Doran Vineyards "Bellazza Scura" ("dark beauty") Merlot is a rich fruit foward wine with hints of currant, chocolate and jam. Rich and velvety, this Merlot is smooth eno ...moreugh to not overpower an meal yet strong enough to stand even to bold flavors.

^$19.00

Iverson Vineyards and Winery

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2005 Merlot
Fair Play

With hints of blackberry and plum on the nose, this wine, with its' smooth
silky finish, is ready to be paired with any occasion.

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Falkner Winery

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2002 Merlot

Enjoy the lovely black cherry and vanilla aroma, the delicious black cherry flavor, and the mouth-watering blackberry flavors on the finish. This wine pairs well with veal, pork, l ...moreamb, and beef dishes.

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Bella Vista/Cilurzo Winery

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2001 Merlot Reserve
Temecula

This Merlot is velvety smooth and complex and is loaded with intense black cherry flavor. Enjoy the long finish with all red meats and full flavored cheeses from now thru 2008.

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San Antonio Winery

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2003 San Simeon Merlot
Paso Robles

This wine is crafted in a flavorful style with ripe fruit and soft tannins. San Simeon Merlot shows ripe fruit flavors, including black cherry, blackberry, and cassis. The full mou ...moreth reveals soft tannins with nuances of dark chocolate. The nose offers aromas of black fruit, mint, and oak spice from barrel aging.After fermentation, wines are aged in new and used oak barrels from numerous French and American coopers.

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Borghese Vineyard

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2005 Castello di Borghese Estate Merlot
Estate bottled at Long Island's first and finest

Aged in French oak barrels for 13 months; a well-balanced wine with showy aromas of rose petals and cinnamon. Soft fruit flavors with hints of black pepper and earth. A beautiful g ...morearnet colored wine from an exceptional harvest. Many experts feel that Merlot is the best varietal to grow in Long Island's microclimate. A GOLD MEDAL WINNER!

^$19.99

Zayante Vineyards

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2001 Santa Cruz Mountains Estate Merlot
Santa Cruz Mountains

Aromas of cherries, blackberries and dark chocolate with hints of cedar define the wine. These highlights carry through to the palate where the flavors are intense and rich. This f ...moreull bodied wine has a very long lingering finish. The wine should age well for five to eight years. 14.0% alcohol by volume.

^$20.00

The La Rochelle Winery

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2003 Merlot
Monterey County

360 cases produced in this vintage.

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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

2003 Hawley Merlot
Dry Creek Valley

CAW Rating: 100

100

1 reviews

This mountain grown Merlot is deep in color with intense fruit flavors reminiscent of black cherries, currants, and black berries. On the palate it is rich and opulent, bursting with fruit, backed by chocolate and vanilla oak notes and round, chewy tannins. Though enjoyable now, this wine has the st ...

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