Sutter Home Merlot

"Our Apothic Merlot reveals depths of black cherry, boysenberry and wild blueberries with subtle hints of vanilla and coconut. To add dimension to the wine, we added a touch of a unique grape called Teroldego, which marries well with the Merlot to create plush tannins and a long, lasting finish. Most of the fruit for this Merlot was sourced from Lodi, with some originating from a vineyard near Brentwood. We selected Merlot grapes for their dark fruit intensity and generous tannins to create a velvety mouthfeel. Portions of this wine were oak-aged for 3-4 months to preserve elegant fruit characteristics." —winemaker

"This classic Merlot displays aromas of ripe black cherry, brown spice and lightly toasted oak. Rich in texture with notes of concentrated black fruit and mocha, this wine pairs nicely with your favorite pasta, roasted chicken or pork dishes." —winemaker

"Seductive layers of berry, plum, violet and spice character. Try it with Grilled Lamb Brochettes with Rosemary, Chicken Ragout with Potatoes, Peppers and Olives, and Grilled Pizza." -winemaker

"An expressive Merlot, packed with flavors of red cherries and plums and a hint of mocha on the finish." —winemaker

"Dark Horse Wines believe that fortune favors the bold. Winemaker Beth Liston marshals the best agricultural and winemaking resources from around the globe to deliver the unexpected: a bold wine that outperforms its price. Dark Horse Merlot is perfectly balanced with layers of ripe dark cherries and rich blackberries. Aromas of blue violet, toasted oak, mocha and brown spice rise out of the glass and lead to a long, plush finish." —winemaker

"Our Woodbridge Merlot has luscious aromas of blackberries and cherries, and flavors of plums, red fruit, and cocoa. Coupled with supple tannins, hints of spice and mocha give this wine a complex character and good structure. Oak aging adds comforting vanilla accents to the smooth finish." —winemaker