Merlot
Merlot is a black grape variety.
Notes of cherry, chocolate, plum, bay leaf, vanilla, medium-full body, medium-high tannins, medium acidity.
Food to pair: pizza, bbq chicken or a penne boscaiola, roast turkey, beef short rib, or a rustic ratatouille, lamb, roast veal, or filet mignon with peppercorn sauce.