Varietal: 90% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot
Region: Leesburg, VA
Country: U.S.
Year: 2008
Price: $21
Winery Review: Our '08 Merlot starts with deep red fruit flavors in the nose, namely black currant, strawberry, and black cherry. Barrel aged for over 10 months in French oak, our Merlot also has hints of earth and cedar, culminating in a smooth, satisfying finish.
My Review: This wine was entirely too "strong" for my palate. It had a black cherry, and spice aroma which was pleasing on the nose. However, it was full of tannins. It had a strong spice on the palate and was what I would call I very full wine. Throughout these tastings I am finding that I do not care for wines that are filled with tannins. It makes me wonder if my palate will ever change and eventually I will like them, but as for now I did not enjoy this wine. However, if I were to drink it I think it would pair well with a flavorful meal such as Chinese or Thai food.
Food: N/A
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