Argentina
Trivento Colección Fincas No. 2 Syrah 2007, Finca Los Ponchos, Mendoza, Argentina: Tasty with full-bodied layers of black fruit and smoke. Juicy black plum on the finish. Good wine for meat dishes. Syrah food pairings: thick-cut barbecued steak served South American style – with salt and a (mild) chimichurri sauce. Drink: 2012 - 2014 269217 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 87/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Posta Pizzella Family Vineyard Malbec 2009, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Dark, savoury, meaty and full-bodied. Terrific wine for rich and flavourful meaty dishes. Heart of darkness wine with a golden-good price. Drink: 2012 - 2015 166298 13.5% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bodega Monteviejo Lindaflor Malbec 2006, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Love the interplay here between fleshy ripe black fruit and the acidity that makes your mouth water. Not overly ripe/sweet with the fruit aromas and flavours. Great balance, very elegant. Drink: 2012 - 2016 109322 15.5% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Catena Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: Smoky, dark and brooding with aromas of blackcurrant and cassis. A rare earthiness here that's not present in most New World reds, but literally grounds this well-made wine. Drink: 2012 - 2016 985002 13.9% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Australia
Wakefield Winery Merlot 2010, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Juicy and fleshy with purple and black plums. Reminds me of California zinfandel. Smooth and full-bodied. Terrific price! Merlot food pairings: grilled steak, pan-roasted beef filet and rösti potatoes. Drink: 2012 - 2015 683201 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wynns Coonawarra Estate Coonawarra Estate 53Rd Vintage Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Savoury and meaty with chewy dark fruit flavours. Well-structured. Decant for 2 hours or hold in the cellar for a few years if you can resist. Drink: 2013 - 2016 84996 14% XD 750 mL $47.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Penfolds Bin 2 Shiraz Mourvèdre 2010, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied red with terrific structure and depth. Judicious use of oak wraps around blackberries and some tarry note. A pleasantly bitter, dry finish. Drink: 2012 - 2015 468629 14% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Best's Great Western Bin No. 1 Shiraz 2009, Grampians, Victoria, Australia: Juicy and savoury with some mouth-watering chewy flavours of dark fruit. Amazing price for this quality. Great dinner party wine. Drink: 2012 - 2016 222323 14.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. May 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Barossa Valley Estate Ebenezer Shiraz 2006, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Toasted oak and black fruit in this full-bodied wonder. Loaded with flavour and layers of pleasure. Great mouth-watering juiciness too for food. Yum! Drink: 2012 - 2016 971705 14.5% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 92/100. May 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Two Hands Wines Angels' Share Shiraz 2010, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: A gusher of a wine with mouth-watering fleshy ripe aromas and flavours of blackberries and dark raspberries. Loaded with flavour and character. Smooth and full-bodied with a delightfully long finish. You'll want to hold on to this wine with two hands, lest someone try to snatch it from you! Drink: 2012 - 2016 9480 15.6% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 93/100. May 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Small Gully Formula Robert's Shiraz 2006, South Australia, Australia: Loaded with oak and dark roasted black fruit. Full-bodied and smooth. A lot of alcohol here at almost 16%. Drink: 2012 - 2014 142935 15.9% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Vasse Felix Filius Chardonnay 2010, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: A chardonnay lover's chardonnay: buttery and rich, yet balanced with mouth-brightening green apple acidity. Lovely for lobster in butter and long conversations into the evening by a campfire (or space heater). Drink: 2012 - 2016 416511 12.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. May 2012. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bulgaria
Château Burgozone Chardonnay 2009, A.C., Côte De Danube, Bulgaria: Solid and full-bodied with pleasant notes of butterscotch, green apple and oak. Chardonnay food pairings: baked chicken breasts in a cream sauce. Drink: 2012 - 2014 261685 14.2% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 85/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Canada
Closson Chase K.J. Watson Vineyard Unfiltered Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara River, Ontario, Canada: Loaded with butterscotch oak and full-bodied flavours of pear, peach and apple. Drink: 2012 - 2016 230912 13.9% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Vineland Estates Winery Riesling Icewine 2008, V.Q.A., Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada: A gorgeously concentrated elixir of honeyed apricot and peach preserves. Pure happiness and sunshine in a glass. Riesling Icewine food pairings: key lime pie, lemon custard. Drink: 2012 - 2018 563445 9% MS 375 mL $39.95 Score: 93/100. May 2012. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cave Spring CSV Riesling 2008, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Canada's best riesling! Lemon light cuts through a cloudy day and washes over your senses. Petrol (don't be afraid) and lime and loveliness. Drink: 2012 - 2018 566026 11.5% MD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 93/100. May 2012. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chile
Gamma Reserva Privada V.E.S.A. Cabernet Merlot 2008, Maipo Valley, Chile: Terrific balance in this full-bodied red! Exotic and enticing aromas of violets, black plums and wild blackberries. Very satisfying. Cabernet Merlot food pairings: rare steaks, bison sliders, barbecued back ribs. Drink: 2012 - 2015 269191 14.5% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
France
Domaine Rebourgeon-Mure Pinot Noir 2009, A.C., Pommard, Burgundy, France: A dark and expressive pinot noir with layers of black and red cherry aromas. Richly textured and ultimately satisfying. Drink: 2012 - 2017 91116 13% XD 750 mL $43.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine Des Tilleuls Clos Village Philippe Livera, Prop. Pinot Noir 2009, A.C., Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, France: Ultra-seductive black cherry, violets and wild mushroom on the nose. Pulls you head-first into the glass. Silky smooth with a medium- to full-bodied weight. Stunning! Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled veal tenderloin, salmon with pesto. Drink: 2012 - 2018 264994 13% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 93/100. May 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Christian Moueix Jean-Pierre Moueix, Négoc. Meritage 2008, A.C., St-Émilion, France: Tannic and somewhat under-ripe, this may smooth out in the cellar. Generous oak with blackcurrant and cassis. Full-bodied and well-structured. Meritage food pairings: steaks, grilled vegetables, gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2014 - 2017 979955 13% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 87/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mommessin Les Griottes Gamay (Beaujolais) 2010, A.C., Morgon, Beaujolais, France: Love the nose on this one! Seductive, mouth-watering aromas of ripe cherries. The palate is pleasingly tart and great acidity for food. 276402 13% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Les Hauts De Montfort Les Mégalithes Unfiltered 2009, A.P., Minervois, Midi, France: Terrific for the money! Full-bodied with black cherry liqueur aromas running through its black heart. Smooth and savoury. Great meat wine. Drink: 2012 - 2015 279554 13.5% D 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Clos de Caveau Fruit Sauvage 2009, A.C., Vacqueyras, Rhône, France: A full-bodied, tasty wine with aromas and flavours of black fruit and a judicious amount of oak. Food pairings: stuffed veal tenderloin. Drink: 2012 - 2015 277871 14.5% D 750 mL $33.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pierre Sparr Brut Crémant D'alsace Rosé, A.C., Alsace, France: Superb quality and taste for the price! Toasty with some raspberry notes. Bone dry and refreshing. Here's your summer party bubbly. Drink: 2012 - 2015 39016 12% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Montet Château Haut Guillebot, Prop. Rosé 2011, A.C., Bordeaux, France: Fantastic! Bone-dry with aromas of field raspberries. Ultra-refreshing. Rosé food pairings: an alfresco charcuterie spread, oven-roasted lobster tail with a dipping sauce of lemon, butter and paprika. Drink: 2012 - 2014 276386 13.5% D 750 mL $12.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Best Value Rosé Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Delas Frères Saint-Esprit Rosé 2011, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: Dry and refreshing with notes of fleeting strawberries on a summer breeze. Rosé food pairings: summer salads, grilled chicken breast. Drink: 2012 - 2014 224964 13% XD 750 mL $12.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Best Value Rosé Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Argadens Supérieur Maison Sichel Meritage 2008, A.C., Bordeaux, France: Rustic and tannic with some black wild cherries (tart). Slightly under-ripe but delicious. Drink: 2012 - 2015 681643 13% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 87/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
William Fèvre Saint-Bris Sauvignon Blanc 2010, A.C., Burgundy, France: Clean, green apple brightness on the nose and acidity on the palate. No oak, very refreshing. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: ratatouille, grilled white fish with a lemon-dill sauce. Drink: 2012 - 2016 626523 12.5% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 87/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Germany
C.H. Berres Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Kabinett 2008, Prädikatswein, Mosel, Germany: Petrol and lemon zest with a lime lick on the finish. Sound weird? Just try it and you'll understand. Drink: 2012 - 2017 207274 9% S 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Greece
Kir-Yianni Akakies Rosé 2011, A.O., Amyndeon, Greece: Juicy ripe cherry aromas with a refreshing finish. Drink: 2012 - 2014 71050 13% D 750 mL $11.95 Score: 86/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Italy
Marenco Strev Moscato D'asti 2011, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Sweet honeysuckle and cherry blossom. Light alcohol makes it a lovely after dinner drink. Moscato D'asti food pairings: grilled salmon, spicy Asian dishes. Drink: 2012 - 2015 276600 5.5% MS 750 mL $14.95 Score: 86/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pighin Pinot Grigio 2011, D.O.C., Fruili, Grave, Italy: Clean and crisp with lemon and grapefruit notes, no heavy oak. Pinot Grigio food pairings: pan-fried freshwater fish. Drink: 2012 - 2015 987545 12.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Umani Ronchi Montipagano Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2010, D.O.C., Abruzzo, Italy: Want a tasty, full-bodied, reasonably priced Italian red for pizza or pasta? This is your wine! Stunning for the price. This organic wine has just 16 mg/l of free sulphur. Montepulciano D'abruzzo food pairings: organic burgers, gourmet sausages. Drink: 2012 - 2015 134585 13% XD 750 mL $17.85 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Antiche Terre Venete Valpolicella Ripasso 2009, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Awesome price! Hulking black fruit with great depths of flavour and concentration. A pleasantly bitter finish. Valpolicella Ripasso food pairings: grilled steaks, back ribs, gourmet sausages. Drink: 2012 - 2015 178459 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.75 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Antinori Pian Delle Vigne Brunello Di Montalcino 2005, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Holy tannins Batman! Leave this baby in the cellar for a while. Full-bodied, black fruit, smoke and an impenetrable depth with long finish. Drink: 2014 - 2020 651141 14% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Agostino Petri Riserva John Matta, Prop Vicchiomaggio Chianti Classico 2008, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Toasty oak with black fruit. Tannic, needs 2 decanting or cellar time. Luscious with a towering structure. Ultra food friendly. Drink: 2012 - 2016 993360 14% XD 750 mL $30.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ramitello Di Majo Norante 2009, D.O.C., Biferno Rosso, Molise, Italy: Big and rich with generous layers of dark plums and smoke. Terrific price! Drink: 2012 - 2015 973214 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.75 Score: 89/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Baglio Di Pianetto Nero D'avola 2009, I.Gt., Sicily, Italy: Love this especially for the price! Gorgeous layers of liquid black plums roll down a velvet carpet of polished tannins. Nero D'avola food pairings: grilled lamb skewers. Drink: 2012 - 2015 207423 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. May 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
New Zealand
Astrolabe Voyage Pinot Noir 2009, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Smoky, almost cedar smoked cherries. Love this style! Be prepared with a wake-up call with mouth-brightening acidity that cries out for food. Supple, satin smooth with a medium to full-bodied weight. Simply stunning. Drink: 2012 - 2017 538918 14.5% XD 750 mL $27.25 Score: 94/100. May 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Portugal
Monte Vilar Reserva Casa Santa Vitória 2008, Alentejano, Portugal: Terrific for the price! Rich and full-bodied with smooth, mouth-watering layers of luscious black fruit. Yum! Food pairings: grilled steaks with a coffee-and-cocoa rub and roasted root vegetables. Drink: 2012 - 2015 276105 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cunha Martins Reserva Btld. By União Comercial De Beira 2008, D.O.C., Dão, Portugal: Full-bodied and mouth-watering with cassis and some dark spices. Food pairings: beef, bacon and bean stew (aka, Portuguese-style feijoada), barbecued bacon-wrapped beef medallions. Drink: 2012 - 2014 276188 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Porca de Murça Reserva Real Companhia Velha Tinto 2008, D.O.C., Douro, Portugal: Full-bodied with black fruit and straight up pleasure. Drink: 2012 - 2014 684753 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 87/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cabriz Reserva Dão Sul Soc. Vitivinicola 2008, D.O.C., Dão, Portugal: Straight up pleasure with dark berries and toasty oak. Drink: 2012 - 2014 21410 13.7% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 86/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Adega Deu La Deu Alvarinho 2010, D.O.C., Monção E Melgaço, Vinho Verde, Portugal: Big acidic attack with lemon brightness on the nose. Pure and clean without oak. Austere and refreshing. Alvarinho food pairings: grilled herbed fish, seafood appetizers with garlic butter and lemon. Drink: 2012 - 2016 325208 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Quinta De Ventozelo Lbv Port 2007, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Love it, and the price! Full-bodied and rich: terrific dessert wine. Black plums and black raspberry liqueur. Yum! Port food pairings: smoked cheeses. Drink: 2012 - 2018 274688 20% S 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Best Value Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Spain
Altanza Reserva Bodegas Altanza 2005, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Toasty oak with savoury flavours and black fruit on the palate. Smooth and pleasurable. Drink: 2012 - 2015 276097 13.5% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2001, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Dusty dry with some savoury dark red and dried fruit. Mature notes of leather and cigar smoke. Drink: 2012 - 2015 976811 13.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
United States
Folie à Deux Zinfandel 2008, Amador County, California, United States: Savoury and dark, a lot more understated than typical zins, almost cab-like with cassis and blackcurrant. Drink: 2012 - 2015 147231 14.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Liberty School Syrah 2008, California, United States: Juicy and succulent with aromas and flavours of fleshy dark plums. Loaded with mulberry and blackberry notes that glide and slide along polished tannins with a medium- to full-bodied weight. Lovely! Drink: 2012 - 2015 942383 13.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, United States: Over-priced but very good with generous layers of dark fruit and oak Drink: 2012 - 2016 209999 14.5% XD 375 mL $101.95 Score: 91/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, United States: Over-priced but very good with generous layers of dark fruit and oak Drink: 2012 - 2016 711085 14.5% XD 750 mL $190.95 Score: 91/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Meiomi Wines Belle Glos Pinot Noir 2010, Monterey, Santa Barbara, Sonoma Counties, California, United States: Chocolate and mocha on the nose from the oak with lusciously ripe black cherries. Silky-smooth and full-bodied with mouth-watering acidity for food. Very nice indeed. Pinot Noir food pairings: steaks, chops. Drink: 2012 - 2016 130138 14.5% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 91/100. May 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Beringer Chabot Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2000, Napa Valley, California, United States: A round, supple, full-bodied red with layered complexity of dark red fruit. Long finish. The Chabot Vineyard is located east of the Silverado Trail and north of the road that goes up Howell Mountain to Bancroft Ranch and Steinhauer Ranch. The soils there are rocky, with shiny obsidian (this is why it's known as Glass Mountain) and pumice and bedrock that combines provide excellent drainage. This is a beautifully structured wine that shows how well California cabernets, especially those from single vineyards, can age. Highly recommended. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: filet mignon, kobe beef. Drink: 2013 - 2019 329508 14.5% D 750 mL $225.00 Score: 93/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Crema Pinot Noir 2010, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: Whenever I see La Crema pinot noir on a restaurant list, I know it's going to be a great meal, no matter what we're having food-wise. This subtle red is silky smooth enough not to clash with seafood yet it's loaded with fleshy cherry flavours for meatier dishes. Perfection though is roast chicken or planked salmon. Absolutely phenomenal for this price. Pinot Noir food pairings: chicken, duck, pork. Drink: 2012 - 2016 719435 13.9% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 93/100. May 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rubicon Estate Cask Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, United States: Savoury and meaty with layers of depth and complexity. Black fruit, smoke and tar with a long finish. Decant 2-3 hours but try to give it some cellar time first. Drink: 2014 - 2017 29553 14.5% XD 750 mL $187.00 Score: 92/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Napa Valley, California, United States: Classic, elegant Californian cabernet: cassis, blackberry and cedar smoke. Balanced, complex and full-bodied, but not heavy. Superb craftsmanship. Mouth-watering for food with a long finish for conversation. Drink: 2011 - 2016 232371 14.2% D 750 mL $67.95 Score: 91/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Liberty School Rosé 2011, California, United States: A pretty rose with aromas of rose petal and field strawberries. Dry and refreshing. This is a blend of 76% syrah, 15% grenache and 10% chardonnay grapes. Only 800 cases were produced of this wine. Rosé food pairings: barbecued jerk chicken, barbecued pork. Drink: 2012 - 2014 276667 13.5% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Best Value Rosé Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mount Eden Vineyards Chardonnay 2009, Edna Valley, Wolff Vineyard, California, United States: A smooth, full-bodied char with classic aromas of butterscotch and Granny Smith apple. Drink: 2012 - 2015 18632 13.4% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 91/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
MacMurray Estate Vineyards Pinot Gris 2010, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: Refreshing and dry: perfect for the deck or dock as an aperitif. Very food friendly for a range of dishes from salad to seafood. Aromas of melon, lemon and lime lift and refresh. Pinot Gris food pairings: sautéed scallops. Drink: 2012 - 2014 47787 14.4% D 750 mL $20.75 Score: 89/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay 2010, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: Bracing and deep and lively with campfire smoke on the finish. Green apple brightness through the core. This is spectacular, though over-priced by $30. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled king prawns, lobster with shallot butter. Drink: 2012 - 2019 251223 14.1% XD 750 mL $74.95 Score: 91/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Robert Mondavi Winery To Kalon Estate Reserve Fumé Blanc 2009, Napa Valley, California, United States: Smoky with a lemon-bright finish. Long and contemplative on the palate with lovely flavours of lime and melon that roll over one another. Drink: 2012 - 2018 27491 14.5% XD 750 mL $61.75 Score: 91/100. May 2012. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ironstone Merlot 2009, California, United States: Beautifully balanced with supple layers of fleshy dark plums. Smooth texture with a medium-body. Great for potluck gatherings. Merlot food pairings: steaks, burgers, back ribs, sausage. Drink: 2012 - 2015 704353 14% D 750 mL $18.25 Score: 88/100. May 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart