About the Wine: Merlot has seen a decline in popularity in recent years. It is too dry to be accessible to the novice drinker and many seasoned drinkers preferred the bold complexity of a good cab. That is a shame because at certain occasions there is nothing like a good Merlot.
About THIS Wine: The red center fades to a pink rim, a bit light for a Merlot. Green pepper dominates the nose, though strong raspberry notes are also present. The green pepper delivers on a palate that is spicy and tastes of red meat. Red fruit and spice make up an easy finish.
Drinking This Wine: It could work as a dry sipper or as a steak wine. It is versatile.
Overall Impression: The wine is good, versatile, and cheap. It would not be overpriced at fifteen dollars a bottle. At twelve this one is a good value.
