Monticello Vineyards (Corley Family)

Monticello Vineyards Estate Grown Merlot Merlot

9.011 ratings
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Napa Valley, 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
Willie Carter

Deep plum in the glass with a wide brim. The nose is a bit shy upon opening with just a bit of blueberry and soil at first. With a nice long decant it starts to blossom. Raspberry jam and cherry soda with a hint of vanilla. There’s some figs and herbs with a streak of dark chocolate to boot.

Dare I say it? A Merlot for Cab lovers. But not in the bad way. It’s smooth and warmly pleasant Merlot that really takes the edge off of being a customary Big and Bold Napa red. Smooth and mellow and the alcohol never becomes a problem. The palate is the star here with such lively, lovely fruit along with oak and earthy elements. A definite winner.

Deep plum in the glass with a wide brim. The nose is a bit shy upon opening with just a bit of blueberry and soil at first. With a nice long decant it starts to blossom. Raspberry jam and cherry soda with a hint of vanilla. There’s some figs and herbs with a streak of dark chocolate to boot.

Dare I say it? A Merlot for Cab lovers. But not in the bad way. It’s smooth and warmly pleasant Merlot that really takes the edge off of being a customary Big and Bold Napa red. Smooth and mellow and the alcohol never becomes a problem. The palate is the star here with such lively, lovely fruit along with oak and earthy elements. A definite winner.

Aug 3rd, 2022
Ed Cavalier

Overall bitter taste, medicinal. Didn't like it. $30 @ Spec's.

Overall bitter taste, medicinal. Didn't like it. $30 @ Spec's.

Nov 20th, 2019
Karen

2014 - very delicious! Not a big fan of Napa merlot as I usually prefer the Columbia Valley's but this is a game changer. Very light weight with a bold after taste. A nice balance. I will buy it again.

2014 - very delicious! Not a big fan of Napa merlot as I usually prefer the Columbia Valley's but this is a game changer. Very light weight with a bold after taste. A nice balance. I will buy it again.

Jun 29th, 2019
Henry Fuseler

2/19. One of the nicest Merlot I’ve had. Nice flavor and finish.

2/19. One of the nicest Merlot I’ve had. Nice flavor and finish.

Mar 4th, 2019
Fletch Tate

This bottle single handedly got me back into Merlots

This bottle single handedly got me back into Merlots

Jun 24th, 2016
Chad Watkins

Great wine. Good flavor, easy drinking, pairs well with a variety of foods because it's not overpowering. Lovely.

Great wine. Good flavor, easy drinking, pairs well with a variety of foods because it's not overpowering. Lovely.

Feb 6th, 2016
Gina Ciramella

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Gina had this 6 years ago

Mar 30th, 2019
Lexi Portrait

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Jul 29th, 2017
Rebecca Combs

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Jul 4th, 2017
Kyle Haynes

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Kyle had this 8 years ago

Feb 4th, 2017