Wine By Nine

Red Wine by Jacuzzi from Carneros, California. This wine was crafted from grapes grown at Jacuzzi's Sonoma Coast ranch located near Petaluma and from their Sonoma Carneros estate vineyard. These vineyards are often enshrouded in early morning fog and the soils vary from deep, gravelly loams to shallow (less than 18 inches) clay and loam. The cool growing conditions bring out the classic herbal flavors of these grapes. Jacuzzi Rosso di Sette Fratelli has layers of flavor - chocolate, berries and spice all working together to create a deliciously complex and elegant wine finishing with silky tannins.

Red Wine by Falesco from Southern Italy, Italy.

Red Wine by Sebastiani from Sonoma County, California. With a beautiful dark crimson color, this wine is full of blueberry and blackberry compote aromas, with hints of mocha and char. The wine is unusually big in style for a Merlot, but has a silky mouthfeel and inviting black cherry fruit flavors. Unabashedly ripe, with lots of spice, this wine has a black tea and truffle finish. This is the ripest, richest Merlot we've made to date, and it is fabulous with lamb or marinated beef.

Red Wine by Clos du Bois from Sonoma County, California. The fruit for Clos du Bois Classic Sonoma County Merlot comes from vineyards in Sonoma County's Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys. Extended maceration enhances color, flavor and mouthfeel, and aging for 18 months in 60-gallon oak barrels adds softness and a subtle vanillin component. Small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon add structure and complexity, which enlivens the subtle texture and plum-like fruitiness that is the hallmark of fine Merlot. Merlot is food's best friend and a fantastic party choice. This wine pairs well with roasted leg of lamb or tomato-based pasta dishes.

Red Wine by Rutherford Ranch from Napa Valley, California. Rutherford Ranch 2005 Napa Valley Merlot has bright, inviting aromas of cranberry, black currant and succulent blueberry wrapped around rich, dark chocolate and vanilla. This medium-body wine opens with fresh blackberry and cranberry laced with flavors of creamy mocha and dried cherry. Abundant, mouthwatering flavors combined with soft, supple tannins lead to a long, satisfying finish. Food Pairings: It is love at first sip when you serve this Merlot with grilled lamb skewers, roasted pork loin, beef stew or wild game.

Red Wine by J. Garcia from Sonoma County, California. This North Coast Merlot has deep plum-red color and spicy black currant, strawberry, cherry, leather, cedar, tobacco and cinnamon aromas. On the palate, look for ripe bing cherry jam and plum flavors finishing with supple, approachable tannins. This wine is excellent with roast duck breast or spaghetti Bolognese.

Red Wine by Casa Lapostolle from Chile, South America. Color: Young and intense bright purple red. Nose: Very clean and intense aromas with delightfully fresh red fruit and black pepper dominating the nose. Mouth: Well structured and juicy tannins that evolve toward a fresh and mouth-watering natural acidity in the mid palate. The finish is long and shows a light touch of oak. Service and food pairing: Ideal companion for red meat, pasta with spiced sauces and strong flavored vegetables. Recommended to decant half an hour prior to serving.

Red Wine by Casa Lapostolle from Chile, South America. Color: Young and intense bright purple red. Nose: Very clean and intense aromas with delightfully fresh red fruit and black pepper dominating the nose. Mouth: Well structured and juicy tannins that evolve towards a fresh and mouth-watering natural acidity in the mid palate. The finish is long and shows a light touch of oak. Service and food pairing: Ideal companion to red meat, pasta with spiced sauces and strong flavored vegetables. Recommended to decant half an hour prior to drinking.

Red Wine by Ecco Domani from Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. Blend: 86% Merlot (6% surmaturo Merlot), 5% surmaturo Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% surmaturo Lagrein Ecco Domani 2005 Merlot displays a deep red color tinged with ruby-red reflections. It is soft and lovely in the modern red style, with aromas of well-ripened blackberry fruit. It has subtle tannins and a long, complex finish characterized by notes of spice and cherry on the palate. This Merlot is a perfect match for a wide range of foods, particularly tomato-based pasta dishes, poultry and grilled meats.

Red Wine by J. Garcia from Sonoma County, California. Jerry Garcia was an artist of surprising range and accomplishment. To celebrate his creativity, Clos du Bois has joined with the Garcia Estate to produce a series of special bottlings. The inaugural release of the J. Garcia wines features three of Jerry's favorites: Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon each featuring a unique piece of his art on the label. Our Merlot offers the best of the diverse Sonoma County appellation. Aromas of mint cherries, sweet oak, cedar, vanilla, herbs and bay are delivered with a moderately rich mouthfeel touched by soft tannins and hints of smoke and toasty oak. The savory aromas and cherry fruit flavors of this wine make it the perfect accompaniment to roasted meats and savory soups and stews. Try it with roasted pork loin seasoned with rosemary and sherry.

Red Wine by Christian Moueix from Bordeaux, France - Bordeaux. Number 95 on the Wine.com 100 of 2007! Christian Moueix Merlot is the personal cuvee of the dynamic, charismatic figure whose name it bears. Christian Moueix has brought the complete expression of the Merlot grape a step nearer perfection in this wine, selected and blended to show the ripe, rich fruit, seductive fragrance and elegant balance of the Bordelaise interpretation of the variety.

Red Wine by Ch. Ste. Michelle from Columbia Valley, Washington. Inviting aromas of mocha and ripe raspberry are accented by a nutty toastiness and the suggestion of cinnamon. On the palate, this Merlot offers more juicy raspberry, coupled with supple, firm tannins and a lengthy finish.