Raymond R Collection Merlot

$15.99

Purchase Raymond R Collection Merlot

This is a big fruit-forward, well-structured Merlot that opens with aromas of black cherry, raspberry, plum, chocolate, black pepper, spice, cedar and vanilla bean. It fills the mouth with black cherry, blackberry, black licorice, plum, hints of nutmeg and spicy oak followed by toasty vanilla in the smooth finish. This medium-bodied wine is well balanced and approachable with a good combination of acid and tannins.

Cheese Pairings: Brie, Idiazabal, Appenzeller

Food Pairings: Beef Fajitas, Cheese Ravioli, Grilled Pork Chops

Purchase Raymond R Collection Merlot

Vintage: 2005

Region: St Helena, California

Lifespan: Drink through 2011

Grape: Merlot

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