The wine is a nice ruby color in the glass, typical for a nice Merlot. The nose presents aromas of black cherry, raspberry, green grass and some subtle floral notes mixed in. The taste is an odd combination of earthy notes mixed with ripe fruit up front, that could be considered a bit off-putting. The fruit seems to be a bit more pronounced midpalate, with notes of black cherry, blueberry and plum. The tannins are a bit tight, but do provide a nice backbone for the smooth and very dry finish, which seems a bit abrupt.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 7.5, it's not spectacular by any means, but it is a nice everyday Merlot and a good value at about $9. This wine would be a nice summer patio sipper, but would also pair well with steaks, tacos, barbecue and pasta dishes. Tonight I am enjoying this wine with an Alder planked wild sockeye filet along with some wild rice and baby bok choy sauteed in sesame oil. Cheers!
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