If you've ever wondered what a top winemaker from the right bank of Bordeaux (home of the highest rated and highest priced Merlot in the world) could do with ripe, velvety smooth Napa Valley grapes, listen up! Jonathan Maltus, who exploded onto the international wine scene with his uber cult "Le Dome," has just released his World's End Reserve Merlot 2009, a guaranteed winner for fans of Porthos best sellers Paloma and Ehlers Merlot. Considering his Bordeaux estate is located next door to Chateau Angelus ($300+), Maltus clearly knows his way around Merlot and the luscious Napa Valley fruit he has sourced for this bottling has helped him craft a blockbuster inaugural release! Jump on the bandwagon now while a "ticket" is still under $50. For those of us faced with the challenge of saving a few dollars on our weeknight wine without sacrificing quality, this is the solution!

World's End Merlot Reserve 2009
$44.99 | Free shipping on 6+ bottles.

“Classic 95” Points
This is a rich, smooth and sexy 100% Merlot bottling. Lush, velvety chocolate flavors surround dark fruit flavors, baking spices and violets. The long finish continues the weighty mocha notes resulting in a remarkably satisfying experience.