| Rating | 82 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Merlot |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Appellation |
Napa Valley Napa County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.2% |
| Price | $26.00 |
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| Reviewed | 2019-01-24 |
Perfect For
Backyard BBQs, Host/Hostess Gifting, Sipping Without Food
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec , Merlot
Flora Springs Napa Valley Merlot 2018 Review
I really wish this wine had lower alcohol, because I like what’s going on underneath the slight heat that's just hovering over the enjoyable round, medium body with classic varietal-driven plum fruit and hints of blueberry and vanilla, even a little bit of cinnamon and baking chocolate. All these things are why Merlot is great by itself in Cali when taken care of. If the heat was just a little bit lower (13.5% maybe) this wine would burst with aromas. This is a good wine though for people that like higher alcohol, diggin on that perception of sweetness (alcohol was once sugar, ya know). They would love this with a meal or backyard grill.
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