Paloma

Napa Valley Merlot

9.390 ratings
9.329 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Merlot
Beef, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, Exotic Spices, Lamb, White Rice, Baking Spices, Herbs, Pasta, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Pork, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
Top Notes For
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

Who said Merlot isn't good? Nice bright cherries in this Paloma.

Who said Merlot isn't good? Nice bright cherries in this Paloma.

2 people found it helpfulMay 8th, 2016
Paul Mason

Still young, ready in 2-5 years. Rating it based on its great potential

Still young, ready in 2-5 years. Rating it based on its great potential

2 people found it helpfulApr 17th, 2016
Aaron Means

Quite possibly the best Cali Merlot year in and year out.

Quite possibly the best Cali Merlot year in and year out.

2 people found it helpfulJan 5th, 2015
Bryant Bickel

Blinded and definitely showed itself as mountain fruit.

Blinded and definitely showed itself as mountain fruit.

1 person found it helpfulMay 10th, 2018
Charles Hetzel

Drinking this in honor of Barbara Richards may she rest in peace #paloma #merlot

Drinking this in honor of Barbara Richards may she rest in peace #paloma #merlot

1 person found it helpfulApr 6th, 2016
Carl Fischer

Bright red fruit on the nose. Smooth and plush on entry with a hint of oak plus cassis and cherries on the palate. Medium bodied with subtle, sweet tannins and a moderate finish. A great Cali merlot.

Bright red fruit on the nose. Smooth and plush on entry with a hint of oak plus cassis and cherries on the palate. Medium bodied with subtle, sweet tannins and a moderate finish. A great Cali merlot.

1 person found it helpfulApr 2nd, 2016
Gavin DiStasi

Bless you Barbara!

Bless you Barbara!

1 person found it helpfulFeb 14th, 2016
Patrick Dermody

So so good... Great length and fruit. New oak adds great complexity.

So so good... Great length and fruit. New oak adds great complexity.

1 person found it helpfulNov 23rd, 2015
Susan Anzalone

Chocolatey and deep fruit. Excellent!

Chocolatey and deep fruit. Excellent!

1 person found it helpfulNov 6th, 2015
Danielle Price

Owner Maison du Prix Wines, Cofounder Coup de Foudre, Former Executive Director of Wine Wynn Resorts

9.0

Black cherry, mocha & herbal notes. One of the best California Merlots. Drinking well now.

Black cherry, mocha & herbal notes. One of the best California Merlots. Drinking well now.

1 person found it helpfulSep 27th, 2015