"This Merlot shows vibrant aromas of fresh black cherry, ripe boysenberry, leather, black olive, peppercorn, and sweet baking spices. On the palate, opulent fruit and silky tannins create balance, with bright red fruit and toasty oak carrying through to a long, cherry-spice finish." —winemaker

"Vibrant and expressive aromatics right out of the glass. Ripe red and black fruit dominate of plum, black cherry, and raspberry. Notes of dusty cocoa powder. Graphite, and subtle of baking spice. A medium to full-bodied wine with a plush, velvety mouthfeel. The fruit profile is similar to the nose, plum and cherry lead, followed by darker notes of blackberry and cassis." —winemaker

"Intricate layers of black cherry, plum, currant, and wild berry mingle with a hint of spice. The soft, delicate, elegant tannins of this Bordeaux varietal carry these aromas and flavors to a long, silky and lingering finish." —winemaker

"This Merlot is soft and inviting with balanced flavors of blueberry, raspberry, and milk chocolate and scents of fragrant violets and vanilla." —winemaker

"The Sonoma County Merlot is lush with notes of blackberry, fig compote and cassis. Medium bodied with soft tannins, this wine boasts toasty oak and spice on the mid-palate punctuated by a full and lively finish. These luscious dark fruit and toasty flavors are enhanced by aging in French oak barrels." —winemaker

"The J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot is medium-dark in color with a red hue. Varietal aromas of black plum and violet meld with the light barrel signature of baking spices and toasted pastry. A generous fraction of Malbec in the blend accentuates bright fruit tones and contributes notes of pomegranate and hibiscus flower. This wine is lively and bright on the palate and cascades to a lengthy, red-fruit finish. It's named after the slightly heavier Los Osos series soils in Paso Robles, which have proven to be the perfect medium for growing lush, flavorful Merlot." —winemaker

"Diamond Collection wines are made from grapes grown across California and Oregon, and are carefully combined to create wines perfect for all occasions – including those special just because ones. The concentration and flavor complexity of our Diamond Collection Merlot is derived from blending fruit from three diverse appellations, including Paso Robles, Sonoma, and Monterey County. Medium-bodied with velvety texture, this wine offers rich fruit impressions, earthy spice notes, and supple tannins." —winemaker

"The wine offers aromas of black cherry, leather and spice with layers of rich dark red fruit flavors and a long, smooth, sweet finish. A touch of Syrah adds a jammy fruit character." —winemaker

"Continuing to experiment with spirits barrels, our Rum Barrel-Aged Merlot blends the craftsmanship of California winemaking with the exotic tradition of dark rum barrel aging." —winemaker