Sourced from vineyards with well-drained soils that produce exceptionally concentrated fruit, this merlot was aged for 17 months in French and American oak, prior to blending with 11% Cabernet Sauvignon. The Dry Creek Merlot opens with aromas and flavors of dried cherry and plum, joined by black fruits and savory notes of lavender and licorice, with hints of white pepper. Well balanced with good structure and a plush mouthfeel, with evident tannins and a lingering finish.

Our 2021 Reserve Merlot offers aromas of vanilla bean, nutmeg, toasted graham cracker, and plum. The palate exhibits ample dark plum preserve characters with velvety tannins, and a decadent mouthfeel. Brown sugar notes carry through on the finish.

Aromas of red fruits, tea leaf, hibiscus and caramel fill the nose upon opening our 2020 Handmade Merlot. The palate is juicy and filled with flavors of strawberry and sweet cherry with a fresh acidity. The French oak provides structure and hints of toasted spice, cigar box and vanilla. A viscous mouthfeel and smooth tannins linger on the elegant finish.

A match made in wine heaven: Malbec and Merlot are just one of those blends that work so well on so many levels. The combination of flavors, textures and aromatics creates a wine that is delicious, age worthy and complex. The 2021 Malbec-Merlot with juicy bramble berry and bright cherry give this unique blend its diverse character. Lush dark fruit flavors give depth to the mid-palate and elegant tannins softly envelope the finish.

Dusty plum, tobacco, and herbal aromas, with ripe berry tones. The fragrance carries through, where bright fruit, trending more toward just-ripe boysenberry. These flavors taper off with a touch of mocha on the lasting finish.

Our 2019 Alexander Valley Merlot represents itself with enticing aromas of dark plum, mulberry, and vanilla. Rich flavors of blue and black berries follow through on the medium-bodied palette. This wine will continue to evolve over time. Enjoy with roasted vegetables or lasagna!

Sweet and savory aromatics suggest fresh raspberry, thyme and a hint of meatiness. The tannin, acidity and flavors are nicely knit. Savory herbs and sweet berries are met with a clean mineral finish.

Our 2018 Sonoma County Merlot offers aromas reminiscent of a holiday potpourri. Scents of cinnamon and cherry are supported by earthy notes with a touch of white pepper. On the palate, clove, vanilla and cranberry marry together with a Christmas spice finish making this wine a nostalgic journey for the senses.

Upon opening, aromas of dark Santa Rosa plum marry seamlessly with hints of blackberry, allspice, dark chocolate, and mocha. The palate is rich and round, finishing with bold cacao and tobacco flavors.

The 2022 Malbec is deeply saturated with red and black fruit characters. Aromas and flavors of sanguine, pomegranate, red cherry, acaÍ, plum and light floral lilac notes dance across the palate through the extended finish.

This sultry Merlot opens with ripe aromas of dark cherry, black currant, vanilla, and spice. On the palate, lifted black cherry and dark berry fruit flavors are accented by notes of caramel, clove, allspice, and tobacco leaf. Soft tannins round out the generous finish. Pair this wine with garlic prawn and mushroom pizza, cedar smoked chicken, or roasted salmon with wild mushrooms, shallots, and fresh herbs.

Our 2022 Merlot opens with concentrated aromas of juicy black plum and sweet tobacco leaf. On the palate, supple tannins and balanced acidity elevate notes of strawberry preserves, pomegranate, black olive, and cigar. The easy-drinking qualities of this Merlot make it the perfect wine to pair with caramelized veggies and filet mignon.

This is a medium-bodied Merlot, displaying aromas of maple, dried cherry, violet, and mocha. The palate is velvety smooth with notes of cherry pie, cola, and toasty allspice on the finish.

Deep ruby red in the glass, the flagship Swanson Merlot opens with ripe red fruits, silky cherry, raspberry, and juicy plum. Smooth and velvety on the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied offering a well-balanced combination of fruit flavors and refined tannins. Ripe red and dark fruits continue to dominate, complemented by hints of chocolate and tobacco. The wine's structure provides an elegant and approachable finish that makes it age worthy for up to 10 years.

Red ruby in the glass, our 2021 Merlot showcases red and blue fruits, composed of dried cherries, ripe strawberry, red raspberry jam, and plum. A very pleasant complexity on the palate with baking spice, leather, and earthy notes of arugula. With a good balance of fruit, body, and tannin, this wine is perfect for porchetta, aged Manchego cheese, and baked truffle pastas.

Our 2022 Sonoma County Reserve Merlot opens with vanilla bean and toasted spice on the nose. The sultry palate layers black tea, molasses, and cocoa over silky tannins lasting through the extended finish. Pair with prime rib or creamy mushroom pasta.

The 2022 Alexander Valley Merlot opens with enticing aromas of blueberry, Santa Rosa plum, and vanilla. On the palate, sweet oak and caramel frame layers of dark fruit and mocha flavors. This wine is soft and juicy with fine-grained tannins adding fullness and length to finish.

The 2022 Reserve Magnolia Merlot opens with juicy aromas of plum, black raspberry, and caramel. The palate is round and lush with ripe black cherry coupled with sweet oak, vanilla, and baking spice. Integrated tannins carry the wine through a long, smooth finish. Serve with mushroom stuffed ravioli, coq au vin, or cassoulet.

This wine entices the senses with earthy aromas of dried herbs and nutmeg married with ripe plum and raspberry jam. The elegant palate exudes a freshness, lifting layers of ripe cherry, blackberry and mocha through the finish. We recommend pairing with roast duck with a cherry glaze reduction, or brie cheese. 

This Chairman Series wine opens with mouthwatering aromas of juicy black plum and cherry fruit. On the palate, it has a rich mouthfeel with brambled blackberry and ribbons of cocoa, finishing with hints of espresso. This wine is perfectly balanced and features the best expressions of a classic Merlot.

This wine is a dark opaque purple. Our Salon Merlot has an aromatic nose, with touch of licorice, plum, violet, and slight toasted marshmallow. This is a full-bodied wine, with rich weight that coats the palate with flavors such as cocoa, dark chocolate, and black cherry. This is a well-balanced with medium tannins.

Deep ruby red in the glass, the flagship Swanson Merlot opens with ripe red fruits, silky cherry, raspberry, and juicy plum. Smooth and velvety on the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied offering a well-balanced combination of fruit flavors and refined tannins. Ripe red and dark fruits continue to dominate, complemented by hints of chocolate and tobacco. The wine's structure provides an elegant and approachable finish that makes it age worthy for up to 10 years.