Enticing notes of ripe plums and berries weave through the aromas and silky flavors of our Woodbridge Merlot. Nuances of spices and toasty vanilla, from aging in small oak barrels, linger on the soft finish. Learn More

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The Merlot has a classic varietal nose of tart cherries, toasty oak and smoke. A medium plum color, it is very dry with herbal and red fruit flavors and light to medium tannins and body. A youthful wine with soft oak and medium acidity. Learn More

Naughty and nice, a true Velvet Devil.

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Normally found on wine lists tobe served by the glass, the 2009 Shadow Ridge Merlot makes a delightful addition to your wine collection.  Hearty entrees benefit from the complexity of the Shadow Ridge Merlot and the Shadow Ridge Merlot stands up nicely against robust flavors, playing the strong but feminine Bacall to your dinner's rough and tumble Bogart.

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Our 2008 Merlot shows lush fruit and velvety tannins. The aromas and flavors suggest juicy black cherries and red berries accented by hints of cocoa and spice. The supple tannins give the wine structure, while oak aging adds warm vanilla tones to the finish. This wine's fruit-focused personality comes from grapes grown primarily in the historic Lodi appellation surrounding our winery. Enjoy it with grilled meats, wild mushroom risotto, hearty stews and lasagna, or paired with a mellow cheese. Learn More

The Merlot fills the mouth with smooth cherry, raspberry and plum flavors along with hints of earth and spice in the toasty vanilla finish. Full-bodied, yet approachable, with a good balance of acid and tannins. Pair with anything from grilled salmon, pork tenderloin, barbequed chicken and ribs to Thai red curry or Moroccan tagine. Learn More

A true Napa Valley blend of vineyards! Markham's Estate vineyards provide the backbone for the blend, totaling over 65% of this bottling. Merlot from Carneros is tart, raspberry flavored while the Oak Knoll, Yountville and Oakville components give the characteristic cherry aromas/flavors for which our Merlot is known. The jammy notes come from blending in the Rutherford and Calistoga vineyards. Much care is taken to maximize the filtered light and allow the Merlot to hang freely within the canopy during harvest. This allows the fruit to mature and color evenly, leaving any vegetal hints behind. The wines are sent to barrels as individual lots mature, allowing for greater understanding of the direct impact of our viticultural practices each vintage. A more substantial Merlot to be paired with grilled lamb shank or peppered steak to harmonize your meal. Learn More