
2009 Torres Sangre de Toro White Wine
Parellada, a traditional white grape, is what gives Viña Sol its distinctive fresh fruitiness. Tasting Notes: Elegant, fresh, fruity aromas with fine spicy hints. Smooth, rich and crisp on the palate, with plenty of fruity flavors (apples and pineapples) and a touch of spice (fennel). Serving Suggestions: Excellent as an aperitif to accompany rice dishes, soft cheeses, trout, and seafood in general. PRICE: $9.99 SALE $7.99, 750ml bottle
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2007 Torres Sangre de Toro Red Wine
A fine wine, made from Garnacha and Cariñena. Tasting Notes: Deep ruby color with a hint of ochre. Rich complex Mediterranean aromas with exuberant notes of spices and blackberries. Velvety tannins are noted on the palate with elegant flavors of licorice and small dark forest fruits (blueberries and black currants). Serving Suggestions: Superb with roasts, casseroles, game and traditional Spanish meat dishes. PRICE: $9.99 SALE $7.99, 750ml bottle
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2008 Torres Santa Digna Cabernet Sauvignon Rose
Original, youthful Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé that presents a clearly defined personality. Tasting Notes: Cherry in color, perfumed notes of plum and strawberry with hints of grapefruit, full-bodied with fine acidity on the palate, dry and exuberantly fruit-filled. Serving Suggestions: Excellent as an aperitif. Ideal with pasta and meat o tomato sauce, vegetables, or oriental cuisine. PRICE: $9.99, 750ml bottle
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2008 Double T Chardonnay
This wine is the little sister of the internationally successful Trefethen Chardonnay and carries Trefethen family charm. Tasting Notes: Aromas of citrus, peach and nectarine reflect how Chardonnay thrives in our vineyard in the heart of Napa Valley. The bright fruit is augmented by judicious use of French oak barrels—lending notes of graham cracker and baking spices while enhancing the full-bodied mouth feel. Serving Suggestions: Enjoy this casually elegant wine with seafood, poultry, pasta, or pork. PRICE: $19.99, 750ml bottle
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2007 Double T Red Wine
This wine is a blend of the five classic red Bordeaux varieties, with Cabernet Sauvignon augmented by smaller amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. Tasting Notes: It offers fragrant aromas of plums, blackberry jam, black pepper, clove and toasted oak. Medium bodied, the palate displays flavors of blackberries, raspberries and currants with rich chocolate on the finish. Serving Suggestions: Delicious with everything from burgers and pasta to grilled steaks and lamb chops. PRICE: $23.99, 750ml bottle
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2008 Summers Estate Monterey County “La Nude” Chardonnay
This wine is produced from grapes grown in the famous Arroyo Seco region in Monterey County. This is a unique area where the cooling effect of the nearby Pacific Ocean allows the grapes to slowly ripen on the vine, producing a perfectly balanced wine with intense character. Tasting Notes: Pale straw color with tropical fruit aromas, finishing with crisp pear, apple and pineapple. Serving Suggestions: Seafood, salads and solo on the porch. PRICE: $19.99 SALE $15.99, 750ml bottle
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2008 Villa San Juliette Sauvignon Blanc
The result of a two-month long fermentation at very cool temperatures, this Sauvignon Blanc from Pas Robles is an exceptionally fragrant and juicy wine. Tasting Notes: Aromas of gooseberry and tangerine are underscored by defining notes of freshly cut grass. Lively acidity maintains the lush, mouth-watering flavors of grapefruit and melon. Serving Suggestions: Grilled scallops, seafood, salads or Asian food. PRICE: $13.99, 750ml bottle
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2008 Villa San Juliette Merlot
This Merlot is a dense and rich example of the varietal variety. Tasting Notes: Classical flavors of black cherry, plum and bittersweet chocolate are braced by lush, melting tannins. Sixteen months of aging in a blend of new and neutral French Oak barrels lends alluring cedar and spice notes to the melange. PRICE: $14.99, 750ml bottle
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2008 Villa San Juliette Petite Sirah
This Petite Sirrah captures the true essences of Paso Robles and is jokingly called “blueberry motor oil” by the winemaker. Tasting notes: Lush, rich and dense dark fruit flavors. Fourteen months of aging in new and neutral French oak barrels adds a wonderful mocha layer on the palate. Serving Suggestion: It pairs perfectly with red meats and Cajun-spiced cuisine. PRICE: $14.99, 750ml bottle
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2008 Villa San Juliette Chorum Red Wine
The term Chorum is used in the performing arts to denote the “coming together of a select group of voices.” This word perfectly describes the essence of this exceptional wine: a coming together of a select group of our finest lots. It is 68% Shiraz, 32& Cabernet Sauvignon, and was aged sixteen months in new and one-year-old French oak barrels. 510 cases produced. PRICE: $22.99, 750ml bottle
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2008 Villa San Juliette Cabernet Sauvignon
Many say Cabernet Sauvignon is king, it certainly maintains a royal place in the wine world. This wine carries all the hallmarks of a classic Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon. Tasting Notes: Red fruits, cassis, and solid tannins. Aged for sixteen months in a combination of new and one-year-old French oak barrels. Serving Suggestions: Pasta, meats, and traditional barbeque fare. PRICE: $14.99, 750ml bottle
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The wine department at Merchant’s Fine Wine is your one-stop-shop for all your fermented needs. Our fantastic selection is renowned in the Midwest. Our varietal selection is expansive with everything from Aghiorghitiko to Grillo to Marsanne to Torrontes to Zweigelt and assorted fruit wines. Our imported wine selection spans the world with wines from Argentina to Israel to Japan to Lebanon to Montenegro to South Africa to Turkey to Uruguay and everything in between. Our domestic selection is vast with numerous selections of wines from Arizona, California, Oregon, and Washington and one of the best selections of Michigan wine you will ever find. In addition to red and white table wines we have a large selection of dessert wines, Champagnes and sparkling wines, rosés, sakes, Ports, Madeiras, and Marsala for your drinking or cooking needs.
If we don’t have it our knowledgeable staff will try to get it for you. We offer expert consultation in food and wine pairing suggestions as well as recommendations for your next party. Our selection runs the gamut from everyday drinkers to collectible showstoppers. Merchant’s offers 10% off 6 or more bottles of 750ml wine, mix-or-match (unless otherwise specified). Stop by and let us find the perfect bottle for you. Cheers!