Mirassou 1998 Harvest Reserve Merlot (Monterey County)

Country: US / Harvest Reserve
Variety: Merlot California
Winery: Mirassou / Monterey County

Simple and cola-like, it has bright flavors of strawberry and raspberry jam, with peppery, alcoholic heat, although it’s basically dry. The weight is more like a rosé than a red, but it’s pure and tasty.