Blackstone - Merlot | Californian Red Wine

Our Merlot shows rich blackberry, plum, and raspberry flavors with hints of vanilla and toasted French bread.

It’s a sign of true commitment when wines begin to reflect the unique character and personality of their winemaker (or, some would argue, when the winemaker begins to reflect the character of the wine). Blackstone wines certainly demonstrate the unmistakable influence of Winemaker Gary Sitton.

“Sonoma County is one of the most fabulous places in the world to live and make wine,” says Gary. “There’s no place like it. The immense diversity—from the coastline to the mountains, valleys and rivers—still leaves me in awe. For me, tapping into this range of growing conditions is fundamental to making beautifully expressive wines.”

Merlot is one of the five principal grape varieties of Bordeaux and the most widely planted. It is capable of producing some of the highest priced, most sought after elegant wines in the entire world but Merlot has captured the attention of the everyday wine consumer because of its fresh, ripe fruit appeal.