While Merlot is often used in blends to soften a wine, its elegant character makes it worthy to play a leading role. Try this 100% Merlot, sourced from the Newsome Vineyard in Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, and aged 19 months in barrel. It has a gorgeous purple hue and smells like blueberries, plum and forest floor. Milk chocolate, black olive and baking spices flavors linger on the palate, leaving you positively determined to drink more single-variety Merlot in the future.