We use cookies for analytics and to improve our site. You agree to our use of cookies by closing this message box or continuing to use our site. To find out more, including how to change your settings, see our Cookie Policy.
Dismiss

Raymond Vineyard & Cellar

Reserve Selection Napa Valley Merlot

8.8141 ratings
9.09 pro ratings
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

Explore related

Raymond Vineyard & CellarNapa Valley, CaliforniaMerlot
Top Notes For
Riccardo L.
9.0

“We don’t make bad wine in Napa Valley” just about sums it up.

“We don’t make bad wine in Napa Valley” just about sums it up.

Sep 11th, 2023
Ezekiel James Hampton
9.0

07 vintage is delicious.m in 2022

07 vintage is delicious.m in 2022

Aug 12th, 2022
Matt Sterr
9.1

Rich, dense and dark Rutherford Merlot. Good value here.

Rich, dense and dark Rutherford Merlot. Good value here.

Mar 20th, 2019
Chris Harvey
9.0

Man I shoulda called for a decanter on this one

Man I shoulda called for a decanter on this one

Feb 16th, 2019
Jonathan Wall
9.1

It’s been 15 years since Sideways. It’s now ok to drink the Merlot! And the black velvet label rocks!

It’s been 15 years since Sideways. It’s now ok to drink the Merlot! And the black velvet label rocks!

1 person found it helpfulJul 18th, 2020
Colin Cahoon
8.9

Candied cherry, tobacco, oak, cedar, tar, plum, clove, and black pepper. A big, dark, sultry merlot. Full body, medium plus tannins, high acid, high alcohol, and medium plus finish.

Candied cherry, tobacco, oak, cedar, tar, plum, clove, and black pepper. A big, dark, sultry merlot. Full body, medium plus tannins, high acid, high alcohol, and medium plus finish.

Oct 14th, 2024
Chris Bystedt
9.2

Black velvet label is awesome! Not sure it contributes to the taste though. Tasting the currant up front with a spicy finish. 2018 vintage.

Black velvet label is awesome! Not sure it contributes to the taste though. Tasting the currant up front with a spicy finish. 2018 vintage.

Jan 1st, 2022
Gil Castro
9.0

Nice Merlot. I was expecting alittle more umph. But it was good for Merlot.

Nice Merlot. I was expecting alittle more umph. But it was good for Merlot.

Dec 25th, 2021
Darrell
8.9

This is not my photo. We had the black velvet label. Received as a gift. Opened for Covid Christmas dinner outside with the Murdock’s. Pleasantly surprised. Very enjoyable.

This is not my photo. We had the black velvet label. Received as a gift. Opened for Covid Christmas dinner outside with the Murdock’s. Pleasantly surprised. Very enjoyable.

Dec 27th, 2020
Jackson M
8.9

Nice Merlot, light, I liked a lot

Nice Merlot, light, I liked a lot

Oct 22nd, 2019