Barefoot Merlot

"Our Blackstone Winemaker's Select Merlot displays a bright strawberry nose with expressive flavors of blackberry and cherry mingling with hints of vanilla and smoky notes from oak aging. Powerful yet supple, with a smooth, lingering finish, this accessible wine pairs wonderfully with beef tenderloin, wild mushroom stew, or planked salmon." -winemaker

"Deep garnet with concentrated dark fruit, blueberry, vanilla, and cherry on the nose. On the palate, well balanced with cherry, cranberry, and marzipan flavors, complemented by a lingering, toasty vanilla finish." —winemaker

"Our Merlot is perfect for any occasion. It is a decadent fruit-filled combination of red cherry, boysenberry and plum with melt-in-your-mouth chocolate notes and mild tannins to round out the flavors." —winemaker

"Chloe Merlot is a full-bodied, elegant wine with a rich burgundy color palette, soft tannins and smooth acidity. Abundant flavors of freshly picked blackberries, black cherry and ripe plum lead to a plush, velvety mouthfeel followed by delicate notes of vanilla, mocha and spice. This complex, sensuous wine is exceptionally well-balanced with sophisticated intensity and a silky finish that lingers on the tongue." —winemaker

"Our Apothic Merlot reveals depths of black cherry, boysenberry and wild blueberries with subtle hints of vanilla and coconut. To add dimension to the wine, we added a touch of a unique grape called Teroldego, which marries well with the Merlot to create plush tannins and a long, lasting finish. Most of the fruit for this Merlot was sourced from Lodi, with some originating from a vineyard near Brentwood. We selected Merlot grapes for their dark fruit intensity and generous tannins to create a velvety mouthfeel. Portions of this wine were oak-aged for 3-4 months to preserve elegant fruit characteristics." —winemaker

"This classic Merlot displays aromas of ripe black cherry, brown spice and lightly toasted oak. Rich in texture with notes of concentrated black fruit and mocha, this wine pairs nicely with your favorite pasta, roasted chicken or pork dishes." —winemaker

"Seductive layers of berry, plum, violet and spice character. Try it with Grilled Lamb Brochettes with Rosemary, Chicken Ragout with Potatoes, Peppers and Olives, and Grilled Pizza." -winemaker

"Rich black fruit, chocolate and a touch of baking spice. Concentrated flavors with hints of dried cherry and raspberry on the palate with a plush mouth feel and round tannins." —winemaker