16th of April 2024

Login

WINERY DIRECTORY

Featured Wines

Search Wines

Select a Vintage, Varietal or Appellation, or enter a phrase below.

Vintage:

Varietal:

Appellation:

Search for:

Recently Added Wines

Add your wines

2018 uiohduiwohduiwo` York Mountian Winery

1337 Namesnipes Wine Clos La Chance Wines

2012 Fagus Bodegas Aragonesas

2010 Fagus X Aniversario Bodegas Aragonesas

2011 Oxia Bodegas Aragonesas

View More...	100 newest

Wine Guide > Merlot

Merlot

12364 visitors

Merlot is a red wine grape that is used as both a blending grape and for varietal wines. Merlot-based wines usually have medium body with hints of berry, plum, and currant. Its softness and fleshiness, combined with its earlier ripening, makes Merlot an ideal grape to blend with the sterner, later-ripening Cabernet Sauvignon. This flexibility has helped to make it one of the most popular red wine varietals in the United States and Chile.

More information on Merlot

Food Pairing: Pairs well with Mexican foods and Indian coconut curries, as well as duck, rabbit and seafood. Try served with a barbecue picnic of hot dogs or hamburgers. Also great with Spaghetti Bolognese.

233 wines

Sort by: Winery / Price

Jump to page: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Iverson Vineyards and Winery

Rate this wine

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.

^$19.00

Ursa Vineyards

Rate this wine

2004 Merlot
El Dorado

^$16.00

Winery By The Creek

Rate this wine

2005 Merlot
El Dorado County

This lovely soft merlot is produced from 100% El Dorado fruit. Aging 14 months in French and American oak barrels results in and elegant, deep flavored wine that pours well by it s ...moreelf or pairs with many red meats or even a barbecue.

^$15.00

Chevalier Winery

Rate this wine

2005 Estate Merlot
El Dorado

^$15.00

La Honda Winery

Rate this wine

2005 Merlot

Colibri Ridge Winery & Vineyard

Rate this wine

2004 Merlot
Fair Play

This mountain grown Fair Play Merlot is deep in color with delicate fruit flavors reminiscent of black cherries, currants. and blackberries. On the palate it is rich and opulent, b ...moreursting with flavors of black fruits backed by toasty vanillin oak notes and round, chewy tannins. Savor the lingering, velvet finish. Good mid weight red, to partner with any red meat, fowl, or pasta dish.

^$17.00

Mariposa Wine Company

Rate this wine

2005 Yosemite View Merlot
Sierra Foothills

When bottled, our Merlot was awkward and tough, with somewhat hard tannins. It has since lost that rustic character and is now full-flavored with intriguing high-tone berry and ced ...morear aromas. On the palate it shows classic earthy tones, with a touch of mint and herb. Still, the wine is not for the faint-of-heart, and is best enjoyed with a meal of hearty foods.

^$14.99

Ballentine Vineyards

Rate this wine

2004 Merlot
Napa Valley Pocai Vineyard

Black cherry and blueberry dominate the aromas of this fruit-forward style Merlot. There are nice layers of rose petal, red apple, vanilla and licorice. The palate reflects the fla ...morevors with its fruit-forward style nuanced by a complex spice. The wine is very full on the palate with nice balanced tannins and good body. There is a well balanced acidity that lets the fruit character linger on the palate for quite some time.

^$24.00

Pretty-Smith Winery

Rate this wine

2002 Merlot

Estate grown Merlot with medium body and lots of fruit! Unfined and unfiltered, this wine delivers pure estate grown fruit with soft flavors and a long finish.

^$24.00

Pretty-Smith Winery

Rate this wine

2001 Merlot

Estate grown Merlot with deep color and a very french style. Higher in acidity than other vintages offered, this one is great with many foods.

^$24.00

Pretty-Smith Winery

Rate this wine

2000 Merlot

*vintage closeout!*

This medium-bodied Merlot has black cherry & sage aromas, with an elegant fishish that offers moderate tannins and tart acidity.

^$15.00

Consentino Winery

Rate this wine

2002 Estate Merlot
Oakville, Napa Valley

Gold Medal - 2005 LA County Fair Wines of the World Competition

From our estate vineyard at the winery, we are very selective about the unique style of this wine. I ...moret is rich, and yet bright, unusually concentrated, pungent, with big front and spice. It has bing cherries and plums with a hint of white pepper.

Nichols Winery & Cellars

Rate this wine

1999 Merlot Vinas del Sol
San Miguel

This Merlot layered with bright ripe fruit. Unveiled are rich berry fruit, plum and black cherries. It is integrated with flavors of caramel, smoke, and toast. It is very complex, ...morerich, and has extremely well balanced fruit. Tannins are laid back but provide the right backdrop for the fruit to come forward and please the palate.

^$26.00

Bogle Vineyards

Rate this wine

2006 Merlot
Clarksburg & Central Coast

Bogleâ€™s 2006 Merlot is another great example of the soft and silky wine that this varietal can be. Concentrated aromas of earthy spice and summer cherries surround the senses, wh ...moreile 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.

Coturri Winery

Rate this wine

2003 Merlot
Feingold Vineyards

This is not a subdued wine. It has the classic earmarkings of its French counterpart. Full in structure from start to finish with a dark cherry nose, slight hints of cedar and bala ...morenced tannins.

This is a classic representation of what merlot is should be. If Miles had tasted this merlot, he would have changed his statement in the movie "Sideways" to reflect the great character of this Bordeaux varietal.

^$38.00

Coturri Winery

Rate this wine

2005 Merlot
Maclise Vineyards

2005 was a great vintage, slightly cooler than 2004. The Maclise Merlot from this vintage is very deeply colored, silky, streamlined and focused. A ripe dry cherry nose, finely tex ...moretured mid palate and smooth acid finish characterize this wine.

This wine will match well with grilled foods, marinated and grilled lamb, smoked eggplant or simply enjoyed with a nice triple cream brie and crusty sourdough bread.

^$27.00

Pinder Winery

Rate this wine

2003 Merlot
Lodi

Mad for Merlot! Our 100% Merlot is aged in American oak and then blended to produce a wine that is soft with a berry jam nose and lightly flavored with herb and cherry.

^$15.00

Wellington Vineyards

Rate this wine

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

Ceja Vineyards

Rate this wine

2005 Merlot
Carneros

Aromas of cranberries, raspberries and black fruit with nuances of bright cherry notes. The palate showcases savory tannins and lush textures that compliment the long extended flav ...moreors. This wine is fruit-driven with mineral and earthy undertones.

^$34.00

Wild Horse Winery

CAW Rating: 88

100

1 reviews

2005 Merlot
Paso Robles

Another perennial favorite, Wild Horse Merlot was popular before the Merlot craze even began. Paso Robles provides us with exceptional fruit that is typically more intense and stru ...morectured than its cousin, Cabernet Sauvignon. The result is a wine that provides rich ripe fruit flavors balanced by bright acidity. The soft, rich tannins, acidity and long finish make this wine an ageworthy contender.

Sort by: Winery / Price

Jump to page: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Merlot News
Perspective | This $19 merlot is kosher for Passover and ripe with berry flavors - The Washington Post

Memorable Merlot From Markham - Forbes

This famously overlooked wine is commanding new attention in Napa Valley - San Francisco Chronicle

19 Best Merlot Wines - Food & Wine

Why Markham Merlot is our wine value pick of the week - The Philadelphia Inquirer

15 Best Merlot Wines Under $50 - Yahoo Finance

INTERNATIONAL MERLOT DAY - November 7 - National Day Calendar

Matthews 2021 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)) Rating and Review - Wine Enthusiast

Changing Fortunes: California Merlot Wine Tasting Report - Wine Spectator

International Merlot Day: 15 award-winning wines to try - Decanter.com

Sullivan Rutherford Estate Champions Merlot with New Tasting Experience - wineindustryadvisor.com

8 Best Merlot to Buy in 2023 From Napa Valley, Bordeaux, and Washington Robb Report - Robb Report

Kindred Vineyards & Winery 2021 Mamas Merlot, Snake River Valley $36 - Great Northwest Wine

Make Mine Merlot! Paso Robles Press - The Paso Robles Press

Is sampling Merlot a constitutional right These wineries think so. - Reuters

Wine 101: Everything you ever wanted to know about Merlot - The Manual

J. Lohr 2021 Los Osos Merlot (Paso Robles) Rating and Review - Wine Enthusiast

Alphabetical Guide to California Merlot Wines - Wine Spectator

Merlot Wine Ratings, Reviews and Basics - Wine Enthusiast

Educated Guess 2021 Merlot (Napa Valley) Rating and Review - Wine Enthusiast

The Test of Time: A Retrospective Tasting of DeLille Cellars - Wine Spectator

`Serious` Merlot and the lingering Sideways effect - The Drinks Business

Merriam Vineyards` commitment to Merlot pays off - San Francisco Chronicle

Kenwood 2019 Discoveries Merlot (California) Rating and Review - Wine Enthusiast

Tasting Highlights: 8 Cabernet and Merlot Wines That Offer Excellent Value - Wine Spectator

Mark Ryan 2021 Little Sister Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)) - Wine Enthusiast

Desert Wind Winery 2022 Estate Rosé of Merlot, Wahluke Slope $26 - Great Northwest Wine

These 3 Virginia wines are extraordinary - The Washington Post - The Washington Post

Three Okanagan Valley Wines to Enjoy on International Merlot Day - NUVO Magazine

Yakima Valley Vintners 2019 Super Senior Merlot, Columbia Valley $28 - Great Northwest Wine

Maryhill Winery 2020 Classic Merlot, Columbia Valley $26 - Great Northwest Wine

How California`s Josh Cellars wine became the internet`s favorite joke - San Francisco Chronicle

Tower 15 Merlot 2020 Review & Rating - VinePair

The best non-alcoholic and low-alcohol wines for Dry January, tried and tested - Good Housekeeping uk

18 Best Trader Joe`s Wines 2024 Delicious Bottles Under $25 - Cosmopolitan

Maligned merlot - Illinois Times

Mark Ryan Winery `Little Sister` Merlot 2021 Review & Rating - VinePair

Dallas couple capitalizes on true crime podcast frenzy - The Dallas Morning News

Mondial du Merlot & Assemblages - Wine-Searcher

25 Best Red Wines to Drink This Winter: Sommelier Picks - Men`s Journal

History Museum presents `Moonlight & Merlot at the Mansion` - South Bend Tribune

Top 11 Best Merlot Wines in Washington State [2023] - newstalkkit.com

10 Best Merlots Under $25 - LoveToKnow

Boeger Winery Merlot 2019 Review & Rating - VinePair

Mazzocco Winery Merlot 2019 Review & Rating - VinePair

Macari Vineyards Merlot 2020 Review & Rating - VinePair

Holiday Gifting Guide 2023: The Best California Merlots - Men`s Journal

Wahluke Slope - American Wine Region - Wine-Searcher

McIntyre Vineyards Kimberly Merlot 2018 Review & Rating - VinePair

What Is Merlot Wine - Food & Wine

Local winery`s merlot wins Orange County commercial wine competition - Paso Robles Daily News

SL Riedel Stemless Wings to Fly Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot Wine Glasses (Set of 2) - Wine Enthusiast

Josh wine memes flood the internet because wine not - Mashable

Bordeaux s Cabernet and Merlot Grapes Are Being Ravaged by a Rare Mildew - Robb Report

Merlot at checkout Wine in grocery stores back under debate in New York - Spectrum News

How Paul Giamatti`s Performance in `Sideways` Impacted the Wine Industry - Collider

10 Best merlots red wines to drink this autumn - Evening Standard

Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot Three Palms Vineyard 2020 Review & Rating - VinePair

19 Crimes Wines Ranked Worst To Best - Mashed

Find this sleek merlot in the organic wine aisle - The Philadelphia Inquirer

Best red wine 2024 UK - Good Housekeeping uk

10 Best Cheap Red Wines That Taste Expensive, According to Sommeliers - Eat This, Not That

9 California Merlots to Buy Right Now - Food & Wine

How to craft Blood Merlot in V Rising - PC Gamer

Merlot can be boring here are five bottles worth trying - Irish Independent

Best South African wines 2023, expert-rated - Good Housekeeping uk

All the Wine Snobbery Moments on "Succession," Ranked by Sommeliers - InsideHook

Orin Swift: moving Californian wine forward - The Drinks Business

The 4 Most Popular Types of Red Wine and How Best to Enjoy Them - PureWow

Masseto Super Tuscan Wine From Italy: If Not Better Than Petrus, It`s Close - Quill & Pad

Why a leading wine brand is lowering its alcohol level - The Drinks Business

`Sideways` is Still Impacting the Wine Industry - Food & Wine

I tested supermarket Merlot red wines and budget buy for just £5.79 will have any connoisseur fooled... - The Sun

$11.99 Curton La Perriere merlot is a Phil Your Glass Bordeaux bargain - Akron Beacon Journal

Pros and Cons of Inexpensive Oak Leaf Wines - LoveToKnow

Merlot Wine Is Delicious And Miles From "Sideways" Is Wrong - Sprudge

The Costco Find That Brings New Meaning To Pairing Wine And Cheese - Daily Meal

Mike Bennie on why merlot should make a comeback - Wine + Champagne - Delicious

The New California Merlot Crisis - SevenFifty Daily

This Napa Winery Is Betting Everything on Merlot - InsideHook

Is Red Wine Good for You - Eat This, Not That

Merlot Wine is Back and Better Than Ever - Bon Appetit

The Fantastic Four of Tuscan Merlot - Wine-Searcher

Where Did All the Merlot Go - WSJ - The Wall Street Journal

The Best 25+ Niagara Wineries That`ll Have You At Merlot » I`ve Been Bit! Travel Blog - I`ve Been Bit

Merlot In Napa Valley - Will It Ever Be Taken As Seriously As Cabernet Sauvignon - Forbes

15 Keto Wines to Try on Your Low-Carb Diet - PureWow

Alphabetical Guide to California Merlot - Wine Spectator

Whatever Happened To Merlot - Forbes

The World`s Most Expensive Merlots - Wine-Searcher

Best Boxed Red Wine: Top 5 Blends, According To Wine Experts - Study Finds

`The Sideways Effect`: How A Wine-Obsessed Film Reshaped The Industry - NPR

Wine Press: Five reasons why you should drink California merlot - MassLive.com

Merlot - Sangiovese - Syrah - Red Wine Grape Blend - Wine-Searcher

Schultz Wines 2017 Steelhead Run Vineyard Blessed Merlot, Applegate Valley $32.00 - Great Northwest Wine

The Best California Merlot Ever - Forbes

Taste of Wine: Merlot is the queen of red wines - Coast News

Duckhorn Vineyards And The Unusual Triumph Of Merlot In Napa Valley - Forbes

The World`s Most Wanted Merlots - Wine-Searcher

A Love Letter To Merlot - Forbes

Showcase Wineries

Zayante Vineyards (5)

Roudon-Smith Winery (6)

Featured Wines

Top Rated Merlot

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.

More Merlot Ratings

Combined Rating
100.0 1 reviews	2001 Lago di Merlo Merlot Lago Di Merlo Vineyards & Winery
Flavor
5.0 1 reviews	2001 Lago di Merlo Merlot Lago Di Merlo Vineyards & Winery
Impression
5.0 1 reviews	2001 Lago di Merlo Merlot Lago Di Merlo Vineyards & Winery
Bouquet
5.0 1 reviews	2001 Lago di Merlo Merlot Lago Di Merlo Vineyards & Winery

WINE JOBS

WINE EVENTS

WINE GUIDE

WINERY DIRECTORY

Featured Wines

Search Wines

Recently Added Wines

Merlot

Showcase Wineries

Featured Wines

Top Rated Merlot