I know a lot of great wines. But you wouldn't have heard of them. My job at a wine store means that I taste a lot of obscure wines. This blog is a record of my better finds in the $10 to $20 range. If you have any questions please drop me an email at stiebelben@gmail.com. I always love to talk wine.
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Showing posts with label Avalon Merlot 2010 Review. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Avalon Merlot 2010 Review. Show all posts
Monday, March 19, 2012
Avalon Merlot 2010 (About $12)
About the Wine: Napa Valley is the premiere wine growing region in California and it is unusual for reds from there to go for less than about fifteen dollars a bottle (the price if this brand's Cabernet). This will be either a very good deal or an experiment that did not quite work out.
About THIS Wine: In the glass it is velvety purple and fades toward the edge. The nose is heavy with jammy red fruits, black currant, and just a hint of oak. On the palate it is thick and dry with hints of cherry and pomegranate. The finish is tannic, fruity, and lingering.
Drinking This Wine: Good as a sipping wine or as a compliment to seasoned steak or lamb.
Overall Impression: It's pretty good and the price is right. I'll call it a good value.
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