Chalone Vineyard

Monterey County Merlot

8.329 ratings
-no pro ratings
Monterey County, Central Coast, California, USA
Merlot
Beef, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, Exotic Spices, Lamb, White Rice, Baking Spices, Herbs, Pasta, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Pork, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
Top Notes For
James Stein

We like it. First taste interesting - it is full bodied and has a stronger/longer aftertaste. But more interesting than unpleasant. 2nd nite I thought it was better - smoother.

We like it. First taste interesting - it is full bodied and has a stronger/longer aftertaste. But more interesting than unpleasant. 2nd nite I thought it was better - smoother.

Jan 15th, 2016
Branden Townsend

Meh. Strawberry but weird sour taste. Could be past the prime.

Meh. Strawberry but weird sour taste. Could be past the prime.

Feb 15th, 2015
Asha Clark

Smooth aroma. Powerful start, medium finish. Oaky but not overly strong

Smooth aroma. Powerful start, medium finish. Oaky but not overly strong

Nov 20th, 2014
Bobbie Dougherty

At Mitchell's in Brookfield with my bf Gana

At Mitchell's in Brookfield with my bf Gana

May 2nd, 2014
Krysten B

Very smooth, vanilla, dark cherry & plum

Very smooth, vanilla, dark cherry & plum

Feb 12th, 2013
Erik Pohl

Sommelier/Beverage Director Gull Lake Golf Resorts

8.7

Erik had this 9 years ago

Erik had this 9 years ago

Apr 9th, 2015
Guy Monroe

Unsure

Unsure

Dec 22nd, 2012
Scott Fabirkiewicz

Scott had this 8 years ago

Scott had this 8 years ago

May 18th, 2016
Sarah Netz

Sarah had this 8 years ago

Sarah had this 8 years ago

Dec 17th, 2015
Zarina Alam

Zarina had this 9 years ago

Zarina had this 9 years ago

May 24th, 2015