A full nose of earth, stone, mushroom and oak. A plush mouthful of blackberry, coffee, cherry and earth with a nice tart finish. Good meritage.
Red Wine
Name: Beringer Knights Valley Meritage
Grape: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot, Malbec
Region: California, USA
Maker: Beringer Vineyards
Price: $40
Alcohol: 14.2%
This wine is made from 100% Tannat grape from the Las Brujas (the witches) region of southern Uruguay. This grape originates in the Basque regions of France. The nose is of raspberry and grape. It has a tannic taste that is reminiscent of port with fruit and blackberry notes.
Red
Name: Las Brujas Tannat
Grape: Tannat
Region: Uruguay
Maker: Gimenez Mendez
Price: $25
Alcohol: 13.5%