Franciscan
Merlot, 2001
Oakville Estate- Napa Valley
Purchased: Giles Liquors
Price: $24.99 (We paid $19.99)
Drank: October 16, 2004
Who: Thadd and Alice
Comments: At the October 9th Giles Liquor Fall tasting, this stood out among the more than 40 wines available for tasting. After much debate, we decided to purchase this bottle – a bit of a splurge for us these days. This was a significant purchase because we typically don’t like Merlot, but this is one worth trying. It has a smoky, velvety flavor that reminds us of sitting fireside in the winter. This wine offers dense, rich blackberry and cherry flavors with an elegant finish – perfect with a nice piece of meat, pork, or even a beef stew. A must-try for the upcoming holiday season!
Ranking: 8/10
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