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Best Merlot in Alexander Valley

Merlot in Alexander Valley produces plush, approachable wines with velvety tannins and flavors of plum, cherry, and cocoa. Often overshadowed by Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot rewards those who seek it out with exceptional value and drinkability.

The wineries below showcase Alexander Valley's best Merlot producers, from elegant, Bordeaux-inspired blends to rich, single-varietal bottlings.

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Alexander Valley · Sonoma4.6 · 123

Silver Oak Alexander Valley

Silver Oak makes one wine — Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon — and has since 1972.

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$$From $50

Alexander Valley · Sonoma4.7 · 150

Trentadue Winery

The Trentadue family planted these 208 acres in 1959 on land established in 1868.

Dog OKKid FriendlyPicnic

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Russian River Valley · Sonoma4.6 · 727

SingleThread Farm - Restaurant - Inn

Five guest rooms above a three-Michelin-star restaurant in downtown Healdsburg.

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Sonoma Valley AVA · Sonoma5.0 · 485

Sonoma Bungalows

Eight bungalows with gourmet kitchens sit a few minutes' walk from Sonoma Plaza.

Wine EnthusiastsRomantic Getaways

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Russian River Valley · Sonoma4.7 · 377

The Madrona

Victorian manor on eight acres, with private bungalows and porch views of western vineyards.

Dog OK*Kid FriendlyWine LoversRomantic Getaways

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