The Best Merlot - The 2025 Reverse Wine Snob Reviews and Recommendations

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March 1, 2023

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Cannonball Merlot – Geronimo!

February 2, 2023

Jump right in and enjoy the smooth, tasty and easy-drinking Cannonball California Merlot. Merlot mostly from Mendocino (80%) with the … Read more

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December 26, 2022

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Tenuta Luce Lucente – Silky Smooth

December 18, 2022

Take pasta night to the next level with this super delicious Super Tuscan, the Tenuta Luce Lucente Toscana IGT. 50% … Read more

J. Lohr Los Osos Paso Robles Merlot – Juicy!

November 21, 2022

Smooth, crowd-pleasing Merlot from Paso Robles at a great price. We review the J. Lohr Los Osos Paso Robles Merlot. … Read more

Toad Hollow Merlot – Downright Tasty

October 26, 2022

Solid and super drinkable, the Toad Hollow Merlot from Sonoma County. 100% Merlot from the Toad Hollow estate vineyard in … Read more

Le Palaie Gatta Ci Cova Terre di Pisa Rosso Review

October 8, 2022

A simple but pleasing blend of Sangiovese and Merlot from Tuscany, Italy. We review Le Palaie Gatta Ci Cova Terre … Read more

Chateau des Rochers Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux Review

August 22, 2022

Quite the find at Costco for just $6.99, we review the Chateau des Rochers Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux. Merlot from … Read more

Markham Napa Valley Merlot – Bulls-Eye!

May 13, 2022

A great example of the variety, we review the Markham Napa Valley Merlot. 87% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petite … Read more

Oberon Napa Valley Merlot – Fantastic

April 10, 2022

Smooth, supple and delicious, we review the Oberon Napa Valley Merlot. About 90% Merlot from the Oakville District, 8% Syrah … Read more

Flora & Stone Merlot – Enjoyable Enough

March 15, 2022

Pretty satisfying for just $7, we review the Flora and Stone Merlot from Aldi. Merlot from California.

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March 7, 2022

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February 28, 2022

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Chateau Haut Claribes Bordeaux Superieur Review

February 27, 2022

A smooth Merlot from Trader Joe’s, the Chateau Haut Claribes Bordeaux Superieur. Primarily Merlot from Bordeaux, France. The wine has … Read more

Chasing Rain Red Mountain Merlot – Washington State Goodness

February 3, 2022

A nice example of Washington Merlot at a discounted Costco price, the Chasing Rain Red Mountain Merlot. 85% Merlot and … Read more

INSIDER DEAL! Donati Family Vineyard The Immigrant – Damn Good Merlot

January 3, 2022

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October 27, 2021

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Trader Joe’s Reserve Napa Valley Merlot Lot 202 Review

July 26, 2021

Smooth and round, the highly recommended Trader Joe’s Reserve Napa Valley Merlot Lot 202. Merlot from Napa Valley, California. As … Read more

Luke Wahluke Slope Merlot – Oh My!

July 4, 2021

A great example of Washington State’s signature grape at a great Costco price, the Luke Merlot. 96% Merlot and 4% … Read more

Trader Joe’s Reserve Chalk Hill Merlot – The Quintessential Burger Wine?

June 14, 2021

Bulk Buy! The Trader Joe’s Reserve Chalk Hill Merlot Lot 213 from Sonoma County. Merlot from Chalk Hill in Sonoma … Read more

Chateau Ste Michelle Indian Wells Merlot – Oaktastic

June 1, 2021

A delicious wine with a whole lot of oak influence, the Chateau Ste Michelle Indian Wells Merlot. Available widely including … Read more

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March 31, 2021

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October 15, 2020

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Kenwood Vineyards Sonoma County Merlot – Juicy and Smooth

September 12, 2020

Tasty Merlot for as low as $10, the Kenwood Vineyards Sonoma County Merlot. Merlot from a combination of estate vineyards … Read more

Tenuta Frescobaldi di Castiglioni – A Pleasure

August 7, 2020

Looking for relief from the same everyday, boring wines? A Super Tuscan to the rescue! The distinctively Italian Frescobaldi Tenuta … Read more

Pasqua Romeo & Juliet Passione Sentimento – A Love Story

May 23, 2020

Breaking all the rules in the name of making delicious wine, the Pasqua Romeo & Juliet Passione Sentimento Bianco, Rosso … Read more

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INSIDER DEAL! 98-Point Merlot and 94-Point Zin Over Half Off!

Cannonball Merlot – Geronimo!

INSIDER DEAL! Pedroncelli Mixed Reds – Jackpot!

Tenuta Luce Lucente – Silky Smooth

J. Lohr Los Osos Paso Robles Merlot – Juicy!

Toad Hollow Merlot – Downright Tasty

Le Palaie Gatta Ci Cova Terre di Pisa Rosso Review

Chateau des Rochers Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux Review

Markham Napa Valley Merlot – Bulls-Eye!

Oberon Napa Valley Merlot – Fantastic

Flora & Stone Merlot – Enjoyable Enough

INSIDER DEAL! Ty Caton Upper Bench Merlot – Full Throttle

The Best INSIDER DEAL Yet? 50% Off Perfect 10 Meritage!

Chateau Haut Claribes Bordeaux Superieur Review

Chasing Rain Red Mountain Merlot – Washington State Goodness

INSIDER DEAL! Donati Family Vineyard The Immigrant – Damn Good Merlot

INSIDER DEAL! Pedroncelli Merlot – Italian for AutoBuy

Trader Joe’s Reserve Napa Valley Merlot Lot 202 Review

Luke Wahluke Slope Merlot – Oh My!

Trader Joe’s Reserve Chalk Hill Merlot – The Quintessential Burger Wine?

Chateau Ste Michelle Indian Wells Merlot – Oaktastic

INSIDER DEAL! Chateau Roc de Candale Saint-Emilion Grand Cru

INSIDER DEAL! Olelo Paso Robles Merlot – Easy To Indulge

Kenwood Vineyards Sonoma County Merlot – Juicy and Smooth

Tenuta Frescobaldi di Castiglioni – A Pleasure

Pasqua Romeo & Juliet Passione Sentimento – A Love Story

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