So, imagine if you will, we’re spending the day at the beach, and the wine we’re looking at is the 2018 Shoreside Merlot. It’s made from Merlot grapes that are grown in California, which is a lot like a big, sunny beach for grapes.
This Merlot is as deep and inviting as a calm ocean bay, with a color as beautiful as a seashell you might find while beach combing.
Take a whiff and it’s like opening a summer picnic basket. You can smell ripe plums, like a fresh fruit salad, and a hint of vanilla, like homemade vanilla ice cream melting under the sun.
The first sip – or so they say – is like jumping into the ocean on a hot day. You’ve got flavors of juicy blackberries and plums, sweet and refreshing, just like a dive under a wave. Then there’s a little bit of vanilla and toasty oak, kind of like a driftwood bonfire on the beach at night.
The finish is like the smooth, rolling waves coming to shore, gentle and persistent. It’s got just a touch of spice that lingers, like the last rays of a summer sunset.
If you were to pair it with a meal, I’d suggest something comforting, like a grilled cheese sandwich or pasta with marinara sauce. Just like cozy beach picnic food, the comforting flavors would go so well with this wine.
So, there you have it! That’s the 2018 Shoreside Merlot. I can’t wait to take you on another wine adventure next time!