2010 California Merlot

Cupcake Vineyards work hard to craft the richest, smoothest and elegantly-textured wines. This full-bodied yet smooth Merlot displays supple tannins with flavors of red cherries that evolve into decadent levels of cocoa and espresso and a smooth finish. This wine is reminiscent of that chocolate cherry cupcake.

True to its varietal character, the wine opens with vibrant red-fruit aromas and sweet baking spices. The palate is smooth and supple, with bright acidity and refined tannins. Raspberries and ripe cherry flavors are met by a sweet oak finish. Pair this approachable wine with a variety of dishes, including roasted pork loin or oven-baked chicken.

The 2010 Sonoma Merlot is a full-bodied, well-structured, complex Merlot that showcases juicy black fruit intermingled with notes of tobacco, clove, black pepper and all spice.

With firm tannins and exceptional length, this is a lovely and age-worthy wine that shows how much Merlot can excel in a cooler growing season. The aromas are rich and inviting with layers of amaretto, sweet spice and cedar. On the palate, lush flavors of plum, blackberry and cherry dominate, with the tannins addingstructure and depth.

The 2010 gives everything a Merlot should and more lively, enticing red fruit with a core of deep, lush black fruit red cherry and black cheery, red plum and black plum, spice and berry with hints of earth and smoke. This plush package is held together in a structure of fine, ripe tannins.Blend: 84% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec ...

Irony 2010 Merlot is a classically styled Merlot with medium body and firm tannins. Rich aromatics of black cherry, currant and plum intermingle with hints of vanilla, cedar and mint. Well balanced with a lingering finish, flavors of blackberry, licorice and sweet oak complement the wine's bright acidity and structure.Enjoy Irony Merlot paired with roasted beef, hearty pasta dishes or ...

A classic plush texture and delicious black cherry and plum flavors make our sumptuous Merlot both delicious on its own and a versatile food wine.Enjoy it with beef, lamb, roast duck with cherry sauce, red-sauce pastas, black olive and mushroom pizzas, and soft-ripening cheeses.

The 2010 Napa Valley Merlot follows in the traiditon of Whitehall Lane Merlot - a big, substantial "Cab lover's blend" that utilizes exceptional estate Merlot, Merlot from other oustanding valley floor vineyards, and Syrah deftly blended to dial in the balance and power.This engaging Merlot delivers lush ripe cherry, spice, plum and toasty oak flavors. It is impressively concentrated yet ...

Regal dark purple in hue, the 2010 Merlot offers silky aromas of violets and mountain boysenberry with hints of cinnamon and clove. A firm, structured core promises superb aging, while the wine's rich, layered flavors and sensuous finish make it hard to resist now.Blend: 89% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot

A Merlot for Cabernet lovers, the 2010 Napa County Merlot is a surprise, giving everything the varietal should, plus much more. This full bodied wine starts with enticing aromas of deep, lush fruit blackberry, cherry, strawberry and cassis with hints of earth and caramel. Juicy flavors of black fruit show generously on the palate and the complimenting blend of intense ...

There is a sultry, seductive character to the otherwise expressive aromatics of deep plum and dark cherry. Flavors of chocolate and blueberries envelope you with their richness yet, with a balanced acidity, never weigh you down. The wine will do nicely with all the traditional Merlot pairings but will especially shine in dishes where you have decided to step it ...

Filled with lush red and black fruit and classic earthy undertones, this is a rich and weighty expression of Three Palms Vineyard, bursting with flavor and structure. The aromas are warm and inviting, highlighting dark cherry, plum, cocoa and sweet Asian spices. The palate is equally layered and expressive with pure, intense notes of ripe plum, currant, candied cherry, mocha ...

The 2010 Sandstone Merlot exhibits aromas and flavors of black cherry, blackberry and plum with hints of toasted oak. A smooth mouthfeel and inviting tannins lead to a long, fruity finish.

The 2010 Merlot captures the rich, ripe flavors of the Dry Creek Valley terroir. Aromas and flavors of red licorice, Satsuma plums, red fruit jam and blackberry meld with hints of toasted oak, milk chocolate and medium-roasted coffee. This medium-bodied wine delivers excellent structure and an elegant finish.Blend: 88% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petite Sirah

Deep purple in color, the 2010 Carneros Merlot is exploding with aromas of ripe plum, cranberry and freshly baked rhubarb pie. The palate showcases flavors of juicy cherry, black pepper and allspice wrapped up in a soft mouthfeel perfectly balanced with well-integrated tannins. This complex and satisfying wine ends with a long, spicy finish.

Edna Valley Vineyard 2010 Merlot opens with aromas of cocoa powder, anise and black cherry, complemented by hints of leather and humidor. Fine tannins and a bright acidity create a rich, balanced mouthfeel.

Dark ruby in color. Intense floral notes of both Tahitian vanilla and ripe, boysenberry fruit. Wonderful vanilla, roasted nut and caramel oak flavors truly complement all the beautiful rich cherry fruit on the palate.

Aromas of dried plum and blackberry with the smoky spice of toasted vanilla fill the glass. The flavor follows; warm and mouth filling, kept in balance with fine grained tannins from both fruit and barrel. This long finish reflects the subtlety and elegance of Merlot as a varietal.

Appreciating the luscious nature of the Merlot grape, Parducci selectsindividually-vinified small lots of premium varietal Merlot grapesto blend a wine of lush, charming character and supple flavors.This Merlot has rich flavors of black cherries and plums followed by a tea-leaf spiciness adding savor and zest. This dry red is a fine match for herbroasted chicken with plum sauce, grilled beef ...

The color is a deep, rich ruby-garnet. With forward spicy sweet oak, there are layers of flavor composed of blackberry, black cherry, raspberry, dark plum, dark chocolate and spices such as cinnamon, clove and vanilla. The entry and finish are very smooth with integrated fruit resembling black cherry and Santa Rosa plum. The velvety texture coupled with the richness of ...

With the Merlot, I wanted to capture the essence or the attitude of the variety grown here in Mendocino County. Certainly a lot of flavors of black cherry, a bit of mint, and some apricot in there, so some interesting fun things, and certainly a little bit of cedar on the end of the whole wine. A great wine for ...

Select lots of grapes are chosen from our vineyards in Sonoma County to create this beautifully-balanced and full-bodied 2010 Ferrari-Carano Merlot. This is a velvety wine with a complex nose of fresh-picked blackberries, black tea, cedar, red cherry and licorice. A fleshy and generous mouthfeel is followed by notes of bittersweet cinnamon, mocha and tobacco. This wine has full, generous ...