On the palate this wine shows soft, supple tannins with flavors of blackberry, boysenberry and vanilla, complemented by hints of clove, black peppercorn and tobacco. Balanced by its acidity, polished tannins and exotic oak, the wine shows a beautiful juxtaposition with contrasting flavors that work well to deliver a long and lingering finish.

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.

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!

Aromas of sweet vanilla bean, freshly picked herbs, raspberry, and cherry. Medium-body with bright cherry flavors that persist through the long finish. Good by itself, but exceptionally tasty with salmon or a simply prepared pork roast.

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.

Upon opening, aromas of sweet potpourri, mint, fresh strawberries and espresso entice the senses. Medium-bodied on the palate, our 2018 Alexander Valley Merlot offers lush flavors of rhubarb, ripe raspberry, and vanilla spice. Notes of decadent toffee linger on the smooth 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.

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.

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.

Upon opening, aromas of black cherry. dark plum and chocolate entice the senses. Medium-bodied on the palate, our 2019 Alexander Valley Merlot offers lrich flavors of clove spice, vanilla and ripe raspberry. Notes of smooth caramel linger on the finish.

This is a medium-bodied Merlot, displaying aromas of English toffee, vanilla, star anise, Santa Rosa plum, and leather. The palate is velvety smooth with notes of ripe plum, dried raspberry, nougat, and mocha on the finish. 

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.