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This wine is from United States, California region, Napa Co ... Read more

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. Arietta H Block Hudson Vineyards Napa Valley is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The Cabernet Franc is solely from the 2.3 acre Hudson Vineyards H Block, a shy-bearing, volcanic, southwest facing slope, which naturally yields just three tons per acre. The Merlot is grown in the Hudson Vineyards N Block, about 100 yards away. Typically, the two fields are picked simultaneously and co-fermented, assuring a marriage of the varieties. The Cabernet Franc provides the cassis, blueberry, brown sugar character, while the Merlot brings dark chocolate to the aroma and a chewy richness to the finish. Harvested near the extreme of ripeness, the wine is fermented with its indigenous yeast, macerated with the skins for six weeks, and then aged for two years in all new French oak barrels. Naturally clarified by traditional Bordeaux racking, the blend is bottled without fining or filtration. The intense concentration masks the substantial tannin, allowing the wine to be served young and to age in bottle for 10 or more years. BORDEAUX BLEND Wine California Still Wine Minimize

This wine is from United States, California region. Pull th ... Read more

This wine is from United States, California region. Pull the cork on any bottle of Shafer Merlot and you will find a forward, stylish Merlot that takes center stage with all its appealing varietal fruit, not a Merlot that plays understudy to a Cabernet Sauvignon. Only small percentages of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon are blended in to complement, but not overshadow, the Merlot itself. Taking advantage of the site-specific nature of this varietal, Shafer's Merlot draws its grapes from selected vineyards throughout the Napa Valley, gaining complexity from the vineyard diversity. It is aged in French oak barrels for 18 months. . Minimize

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This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. Cakebread Cellars Merlot is dark garnet in color, reflecting its rich fruit character. Subtle aromas of blackberries, black tea leaves, dried herbs and vanillin are followed on the palate by fresh plum and cherry flavors offset by notes of black pepper and cassis, carrying into a touch of French oak on the finish.. Total Acidity: 0.64 g/l 14.2% abv pH:3.67 Residual Sugar:0.0 g/l. Our 2007 Merlot boasts richly fruity aromas of ripe black plum and cherry fruit, complemented by savory roasted herb and toasted oak scents. Soft and open on the palate, with a round, luxurious texture and supple, seamless tannins, the wine's lush black cherry and plum flavors culminate in a long, delectable finish brightened by a youthfully flinty, mineral-y tone. Sumptuous, elegant and beautifully balanced, this classic Napa Valley Merlot makes delicious drinking now, but will profit from another 2-3 years of bottle age. MERLOT Wine CALIFORNIA STILL WINE Minimize

Aroma:Nicely layered aromas of cedar, crushed blackberries ... Read more

Aroma:Nicely layered aromas of cedar, crushed blackberries and subtle vanilla. Also,look for hints of lavender and marjoram as wine opens.Palate:Bright and upfront fruit flavors of black cherry and pomegranate fruit.Medium tannin feel throughout with a clean acidity. Flavors develop nicelyas wine is allowed to open and will pair well with a wide range of food fromred meats to pork.Comments:2002 was a normal growing season, by all accounts. ModerateSpring temperatures with even hot spells in the Summer produced wellripened, sound fruit.Technical Data:Overlooking the Cachagua region of Carmel Valley,("Cachagua" is believed to be an Indian derivative of theFrench "cacher" and the Spanish "agua" meaning a hiddenwatersa ), and framed by the dramatic surrounding hills, liethe beautiful mountain vineyards of the Heller Estate.The 120 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, CabernetFranc, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Pinot Noir areplanted at an altitude of 1200 - 1500 feet, producing rich,luscious grapes, which result in outstanding premium wines.The vineyards are certified 100% organic. Neitherherbicides nor pesticides are used in the production of the grapes. This certification was granted afterthree vintages of clean farming, although the vineyards have always employed organic methodsthroughout the years. Minimize

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This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. Arietta Variation One Napa Valley is a blend of Merlot and Syrah, also from the Hudson Vineyards. The N Block is the only vineyard in Kongsgaard’s extensive experience with Merlot which naturally yields two and one half to three tons of fruit per acre without requiring thinning or hedging. This naturally balanced vineyard is a unique phenomenon; a gift from nature which is reflected in the harmonious quality of the wine. Syrah, from Hudson’s Hermitage selection grown in gravel unusual in the Carneros, is co-fermented with the Merlot to give the blend a wild and penetrating quality. If the H Block wine is an homage to the Right Bank of Bordeaux, Variation I is a Napa Valley original. The plum and licorice aromas of Merlot blend imperceptibly with the forest floor, wild game qualities attributable to the Syrah in a wine without antecedent anywhere in the world. The vinification, barrel ageing, and bottling are similar to the Arietta H Block wine. Variation I may be served young, especially with wilder dishes, but the powerful, if supple, tannin will support its evolution in bottle for at least 10 years MERLOT Minimize

A record-setting heat wave in September with attendant dehy ... Read more

A record-setting heat wave in September with attendant dehydration reduced yields dramatically. In barrel and at bottling the Arietta H Block 2004 was beautifully perfumed and forward, with flavors of medium density and great persistence. The wine is now hibernating (as is often the case for Ariettas between two and four years after vintage date) so best to try after 2008. Minimize

This wine is from France, Bordeaux region, Pomerol sub-regi ... Read more

This wine is from France, Bordeaux region, Pomerol sub-region. Bordeaux’s most intensely concentrated, richly flavored and unique red wine. An incredible power, depth and richness yet a remarkable balance with penetrating aromas of ripe mulberry, black currant and fruit and spicy vanilla oak, setting it apart from all Bordeaux’s finest wines. During the 19th century, the domaine belonged to the Arnaud family. At the beginning of the 20th century, the Arnauds founded the ”Societe Civile du Chateau Petrus,” the shares of which Madame Loubat began to acquire in 1925. By the end of World War II, Madame Loubat was the sole proprietor of Chateau Petrus. At this time the establishment of Jean-Pierre-Moueix, a company of wine merchants from Libourne, had the monopoly for it distribution. In 1961, Chateau Petrus went to madame Loubats nephew and niece: Madame Lacoste and Monsieur Lignac. Since then, Jean-Pierre Moueix has bought Monsieur Lignac’s shares. Under the direction of Jean-Pierre’s son, Christian, and their oenologist, Jean Claude Berrouet, Petrus receives the care of a pampered child. The grapes are picked only in the afternoon, when the morning dew has evaporated, so as not to risk even the slightest dilution of quality. . Minimize

This 80% Merlot/20% Cabernet Franc blend from the finest fi ... Read more

This 80% Merlot/20% Cabernet Franc blend from the finest five acres of the Fombrauge vineyard (St.-Emilion’s largest working vineyard) is a big, sexy, full-bodied effort with impressive concentratio... Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. A Bordeaux Blend wine from Bordeaux in France. 2004 Magrez Fombrauge 750ml Minimize

750 ML Bottle of Marilyn Monroe 2002 Napa Valley Merlot. 20 ... Read more

750 ML Bottle of Marilyn Monroe 2002 Napa Valley Merlot. 2002 Marilyn Merlot Release date: June 1, 2004 The 2002 Marilyn Merlot grapes were harvested by our longtime growers from vineyards in the heart of the Napa Valley. This portrait of Marilyn wearing an easter hat was in a group of photos discovered in an abandoned brownstone in New York in the 1970's. The photographer is believed to be Carl Perutz. About The Wine "The 2002 vintage Marilyn Merlot is a blend of 91% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Sauvignon. A significant addition of Cabernet adds greater complexity to the aromas and flavors of the predominately Merlot based wine. Our annual addition of 25% new oak barrels results in aromas of toasted vanilla beans that nicely enhance the plush flavors of the black fruits". John McKay, winemaker $150.00 /bottle - 750 ml. Marilyn Monroe continues to capture the imagination of our culture. Perhaps this will fade over time, but for now, Marilyn fever still runs high. There is no doubt about the power of her name and im Minimize

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa Co ... Read more

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. Arietta Variation One Napa Valley is a blend of Merlot and Syrah, also from the Hudson Vineyards. The N Block is the only vineyard in Kongsgaard’s extensive experience with Merlot which naturally yields two and one half to three tons of fruit per acre without requiring thinning or hedging. This naturally balanced vineyard is a unique phenomenon; a gift from nature which is reflected in the harmonious quality of the wine. Syrah, from Hudson’s Hermitage selection grown in gravel unusual in the Carneros, is co-fermented with the Merlot to give the blend a wild and penetrating quality. If the H Block wine is an homage to the Right Bank of Bordeaux, Variation I is a Napa Valley original. The plum and licorice aromas of Merlot blend imperceptibly with the forest floor, wild game qualities attributable to the Syrah in a wine without antecedent anywhere in the world. The vinification, barrel ageing, and bottling are similar to the Arietta H Block wine. Variation I may be served young, especially with wilder dishes, but the powerful, if supple, tannin will support its evolution in bottle for at least 10 years MERLOT Minimize

This wine is from Australia. R Wines is a new company found ... Read more

This wine is from Australia. R Wines is a new company founded by importer and marketing genius, Dan Philips, along with co-owner, renowned winemaker, Chris Ringland. Winemakers for R Wines are Chris Ringland, Lisa Wetherell, Andrew Hercock, and John Hughes. It encompasses four familiar labels, Marquis Philips, 3 Rings, Roogle, and Bitch, along with 13 others created especially for R Wines. Needless to say, the packaging of these wines is amazingly creative but, more importantly, what is in the bottle consistently over-delivers from low-end to high-end. The R series features Cabernet Sauvignon from the Barossa and a Rose of Cabernet Sauvignon from McLaren Vale. The labels portray different takes on the letter “R'. Consumers owe it to themselves to read the witty back labels. The Marquis Philips wines have established a six year track record of delivering a big bang for the buck. The wines are now made by a team put together by Dan Philips and Chris Ringland with absolutely no change in quality. Starting with the 2006 vintage, however, all of the fruit is sourced from McLaren Vale. The other change of note is that Merlot has been dropped from the program, primarily because of the difficulty of finding Merlot good enough to merit the M-P label.. Minimize

This wine is from Israel, Judean Hills region. The 2004 Cab ... Read more

This wine is from Israel, Judean Hills region. The 2004 Cabernet-Merlot-Shiraz is Cabernet Sauvignon dominated (56%), with the Merlot (33%) and Shiraz (11%) filling out the rest of the blend. It feels full in the mouth on first attack, but actually has an elegant mid-plate. There is a tannic grip on the finish, and the initial fruit forward presentation is deceptive, as the structure is good. It opens quickly, and the fruit is sweet and flavorful. There is a touch of herbs in the background. A tasty presentation that packs a punch, it is a short list contender for the finest value in this report. Drink now-2013. Robert Parker 90 points (Dec 2007) Kosher CABERNET SAUVIGNON Minimize

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This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. With the release of the 1974 Insignia in the spring of 1978, Joseph Phelps Vineyards became the first California winery to produce a blend of the traditional Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot grape varieties of Bordeaux under a proprietary label. Considered innovative at the time, the Insignia name was selected to represent the finest available production in each vintage year, and became the first proprietary wine of California to place blending above either varietal or vineyard designation as a determinant of quality. It would not be followed until a decade later by the second such wine, Opus One, and Insignia has remained the benchmark of this category for over a quarter century.Insignia is an opulent wine of concentration, complexity and structure, with a superb balance of finely tuned acidity and dense, velvety tannins. Cassis, liquorice and spice are abundant on the palate, with notes of eucalyptus and earth. The finish is sweet, elegant and extended. BORDEAUX BLEND Wine CALIFORNIA STILL WINE Minimize

purity of aromas and flavors is focused and alive - this is ... Read more

purity of aromas and flavors is focused and alive - this is unmistakably Merlot. Predominately you will find delicious red fruit with a core of lush black fruit - red cherry, red plum, spice and berry with hints of eucalyptus, earth and smoke. There's lots of flesh here held together in a structure of fine, ripe tannins. Blend: 92% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Malbec The Wine Advocate rating: 90. Minimize

The formation of the DOC Cortona in 1999, the immediate aff ... Read more

The formation of the DOC Cortona in 1999, the immediate affirmation of the region's suitability for international vines, and the friendship of the Aliotti Tommasi family, owners of premium lands, were all decisive factors in the initiation of Poliziano's enological project in Cortona. Convinced of the distinctive potential of the Merlot cultivated in the Pliocene clay of Cortona, we began bottling "In Violas" in 2006. Minimize

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa Co ... Read more

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. The 2008 growing season has produced a particularly complex and complete expression of Napa Valley Merlot, combining bright, lifted red fruit elements with darker, more extracted layers. This depth is on display in the aromatics, where notes of Asian spice, red currant, plum and blueberry crisp are supported by a subtle streak of earthiness. The palate is both velvety and balanced, with flavors that echo the aromas. These flavors are held together by granular tannins and accented by oak-inspired notes of molasses and nougat. MERLOT Wine CALIFORNIA RED BLEND Minimize

The 2004 Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon (which contains ... Read more

The 2004 Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon (which contains 10% Merlot) is sourced from a single Eden Valley vineyard and aged for 18 months in 100% new French oak. Purple-colored, it gives off classic Bordeaux aromas of toasty oak, vanilla, mineral, ... Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. A Cabernet Sauvignon wine from South Australia in Australia. 2004 Henschke Cabernet Cyril Henschke 750ml Minimize

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This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. Our Napa Valley collection of wines are crafted with the same approach to winemaking as our limited-production estate wines, resulting in wines of supple power and elegance. In fact, fruit from our estate vineyards makes a significant contribution to our Napa Valley Merlot. Then, to complement our estate fruit's distinctive qualities of flavor and structure, we turn to independent growers whose vineyards meet our rigorous farming standards.. Over 55% of this blend is composed of estate fruit. We get much of this fruit from our ARCADIA VINEYARD, which contributes structure as well as a core of red berry and plum characters with elements of spice. Then we layer in fruit from B.R.V., our estate vineyard in the Oak Knoll District, providing rounder, brighter fruit notes and a tobacco leaf character. To augment the supple character of the Merlot, we added a small but important percent of Cabernet Sauvignon to build weight and intensity. Fifteen months in French oak barrels brings all the elements together for an approachable, yet refined wine. MERLOT Wine California Still Wine Minimize

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This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. Opening with a burst, this wine boasts aromas of blackberry and boysenberry jam. On the palate, rich, juicy fruit loaded with ripe wild berries, plum, fig and black cherry flavors. Supple tannins and smooth oak notes show in the lush, mouth-filling finish. Our favorite pairings for this wine include braised short ribs over wild mushroom risotto, pizza, and pork tenderloin. ZINFANDEL Wine CALIFORNIA STILL WINE Minimize

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Hello and thanks for checking out my auction today. Up for auction is brand new 750 ML Bottle of Marilyn Merlot 2004 20th Vintage Napa Valley Wine. Marilyn Monroe continues to capture the imagination of our culture. Perhaps this will fade over time, but for now, Marilyn fever still runs high. The twentieth vintage of Marilyn Merlot What began as a fanciful idea at a Napa Valley dinner party has become -- twenty vintages later -- a success story as compelling as that of its legendary namesake. M Minimize

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This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Stags Leap District appellation. CASK 23, made only in exceptional vintages, is usually a blend of the most distinctive fruit from our S.L.V. and FAY estate vineyards. The story of CASK 23 began during the harvest of 1974. Back then, winery founder Warren Winiarski enlisted the help of celebrated winemakerAndre Tchelistcheff. As they tasted through various lots of new wines from that year, they noticed a distinct character in a lot from the center of Block 4, a character they described as “crushed violets'. It was so appealing that they decided to age this wine separately in a wooden cask, number 23. The wine was still so deliciously distinct after further aging in barrel, Warren decided to bottle it separately and give it a special name-CASK 23.. Much of S.L.V. has been replanted, but the vines in Block 4 from the original planting in 1972 still stand, and they continue to produce fruit of exquisite character. Over the years, we've identified other blocks and sub-blocks of our estate vineyards that consistently yield fruit ofexceptional quality, but the choice of which grapes go into CASK 23 is far from automatic. We pick and vinify in small lots, then carefully monitor each lot's development to determine which ones live up to their full potential.The fruit from S.L.V., with its volcanic soils, contribute complex structure, concentration, and spicy intensity, while the alluvial soils of FAY yield fruit with lush perfume and rich berry flavors. When blended together, the intense “fire'-like qualities of S.L.V. and the supple, “water'-likecharacteristics of FAY create a wine of classic elegance, structure, and age-ability. CABERNET SAUVIGNON Wine CALIFORNIA STILL WINE Minimize

Merlot Superieur is among the finest Merlot wines ever prod ... Read more

Merlot Superieur is among the finest Merlot wines ever produced in Israel. The production of this wine was strictly supervised from the start of the growing season, through selective hand harvest, fermentation, racking and barrel aging. The harvest was at the end of September 2000, in vineyards in the Galil and Golan. This harvest was of especially high quality, due to a very low yields. Minimize

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This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. Located just north of Calistoga in Napa Valley, California, Chateau Montelena is aniconic estate whose name is synonymous with excellence. Founded in 1882 by AlfredL. Tubbs, this businessman steadily increased production until Prohibition, afterwhich the property fell into disrepair. In 1958, Yort and Jeanie Frank purchased theestate and slowly transformed it into the beautiful showpiece that it is today.When the Barrett family bought the property in 1972, James Barrett focused hisattention on restoring the vineyards, winery and cellar. Chateau Montelena is a truefamily affair - James’s son Bo is Montelena’s master winemaker and for more than 30years he has consistently created benchmark wines in the house style. Other keymembers of the winemaking team include winemaker Cameron Parry, assistantwinemaker Matt Cratfon and vineyard manager Dave Vella.The now infamous Paris tasting of 1976 placed Chateau Montelena at the forefront ofthe wine world and the family continues to build upon its legacy of excellence anddedication to terroir-driven, authentic wines.. (85% Cabernet Sauvignon/13% Merlot/2% Cabernet Franc).. Aged for 14 months in a combination of French and EasternEuropean oak (14% new), the wine’s deep ruby color hints at the aromas and flavors to come - dense notes of black cherries,red berries, and plums lead to hints of toasty oak and vanilla, with smoky undertones. Silky, fine-grained tannins and balancedacids buttress flavors of ripe plums, dried black fruits and sweet spices. CABERNET SAUVIGNON Wine CALIFORNIA STILL WINE Minimize

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa Co ... Read more

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. Our Napa Valley collection of wines are crafted with the same approach to winemaking as our limited-production estate wines, resulting in wines of supple power and elegance. In fact, fruit from our estate vineyards makes a significant contribution to our Napa Valley Merlot. Then, to complement our estate fruit's distinctive qualities of flavor and structure, we turn to independent growers whose vineyards meet our rigorous farming standards.. Over 55% of this blend is composed of estate fruit. We get much of this fruit from our ARCADIA VINEYARD, which contributes structure as well as a core of red berry and plum characters with elements of spice. Then we layer in fruit from B.R.V., our estate vineyard in the Oak Knoll District, providing rounder, brighter fruit notes and a tobacco leaf character. To augment the supple character of the Merlot, we added a small but important percent of Cabernet Sauvignon to build weight and intensity. Fifteen months in French oak barrels brings all the elements together for an approachable, yet refined wine. MERLOT Wine California Still Wine Minimize

As recent vintages have tended to be, the 2004 Clinet is a ... Read more

As recent vintages have tended to be, the 2004 Clinet is a strong effort. Its dark purple color is followed by classic aromas and flavors of truffles, mocha, espresso roast, plums, jammy black cherrie... Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. A Bordeaux Blend wine from Bordeaux in France. 2004 Clinet 750ml Minimize

Blackstone Winemaker Select wines are fruit-forward, smooth ... Read more

Blackstone Winemaker Select wines are fruit-forward, smooth, and harmonious – the perfect complement to any meal. Our winemaking team hand-selects grapes from over 100 vineyards throughout California, pulling from the best parcels in the same regions year after year. Each vineyard is carefully chosen to add something unique to the finished blend. The result of this meticulous sourcing strategy is consistent wines of incredible quality and complexity at a price suited to everyday enjoyment. Minimize

Representing fifth vintage of Matanzas Creek's limited prod ... Read more

Representing fifth vintage of Matanzas Creek's limited production Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine is comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Syrah from four of Sonoma County's celebrated wine growing regions - Knights Valley, Alexander Valley, Chalk Hill and Bennett Valley. diversity of each of these varietals, and Sonoma County appellations, coalesce to fashion a truly distinctive Cabernet Sauvignon. dark, crimson color of this wine is immediately deceiving as it follows with a nose that is bright and alive with ripe red raspberry fruit, juicy currant, and a slight hint of nutty oak. The palate ensues with a harmonious marriage of both ripe red and black fruit accompanied by a dusty minerality that runs through wine from beginning to end. vivacious character of this wine, unique for Cabernet Sauvignon, reflects its model acidity. Merlot is included in final blend as a means of balancing and enhancing mid-palate tannins, which often falter in Cabernet Sauvignon. a Minimize

This wine is from United States. 'The best of the best' is ... Read more

This wine is from United States. 'The best of the best' is a phrase often heard, but in the case of the Ameritage Reserve, it is simply a statement of fact. Winemaker Gino Razzi, after inspecting, tasting and retasting every barrel of Ameritage, selects those few that truly show unique and special qualities.Each vintage of Ameritage is a new journey for winemaker Gino Razzi, as each vintage presents different qualities to be understood and expressed in the finished wine.The 2004 Ameritage Reserve is a blend of many grapes - cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, petite verdot, merlot, sangiovese. The only qualification to be part of this blend is that the grapes are the very best, and that, each in their part, contribute a quality to the completed assemblage.Rested for 2 years in 100% new French oak barriques, this wine is deep ruby in color with a core that is nearly black. Its power and complexity dance around its freshness and vitality. This is all wine combined to make one great wine. The cassis, plum, tobacco, cedar, and sweet spice notes sing together in harmony, counterbalanced by silky tannins and a soft fleshy texture.This wine is a great counterbalance to many dishes, but is perhaps best sipped after a meal for long hours of conversation and contemplation.This wine can to be enjoyed now, but it will evolve with another 15-20 years in the bottle.60% new French oak180 cases produced Wine OTHER DOMESTIC WINE Minimize