Matanzas Creek Winery

Sonoma Valley Merlot

8.75 ratings

8.33 pro ratings

Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, 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

George Chen

9.1

Shockingly alive!

May 24th, 2026

Matt Austin

Owner/Winemaker, Grosgrain Vineyards, Walla Walla, WA

9.2

This was a fun ride as it evolved over a few hours. One of the great California Merlot producers of the era, even in this poor vintage (unfortunately no longer great post acquisition).

Sep 16th, 2017