The word Merlot is derived from the word merle, which translates from the original French to describe the common blackbird. The grapes are very dark in color while ripening and maturing, and it’s not ...

Overproduction of the easy-to-grow variety nearly destroyed the U.S. consumer’s taste for Merlot. However, great producers never missed a beat, continuing to create juicy, flavorful Merlot-based wines ...

Here are the panel picks from the 30 Washington state Merlots from 2001 and 2002 tasted for today. Comments: Shy nose of black cherry, fresh blackberry and raspberry; dusty, rich, round and lush in ...

It’s the tension of merlot that makes it compelling - the polar opposites of soft and structured teasing each other out. TOP PICK: Bonterra’s Elysian Collection Bonterra’s Elysian Collection, 2016 ...

Winemaker Montse Reece, who believes the socialite in us should thrive even in a pandemic, is behind our wine of the week winner. Our Wine of the Week winner: Pedroncelli 2017 Bench Vineyards, Dry ...

In this article, we are going to discuss the 15 best Merlot wines under $50. You can skip our detailed analysis of the global wine market, the largest winery in the world, and the recent acquisition ...

Or rather, blame Miles Raymond, the wine-obsessed character in the outstanding 2004 movie. Throughout the film, Raymond (played brilliantly by Paul Giamatti) regularly makes disparaging remarks about ...

Who doesn’t like inexpensive, well-made wine? When we tasted Washington state Merlots priced from $9 to $50, several stood out for delivering fine quality and true Merlot character for less than $20.

2000 Domaine Alfred Edna Valley Pinot Noir ($42) - Black tea, cola and black pepper notes accompany the juicy plum and black cherry flavors and aromas. A sweepstakes winner at The Chronicle Wine ...