Black Box Merlot

 Tasting - Black Box Merlot

Name: Black Box Premium Wines

Variety: Merlot

Region: California

Country: USA

Year: 2020

Price: $20

Winery Review: Low-key red- and black-fruit flavors give this dry, medium-bodied wine a modest profile. Light tannins add a bit of grip in the texture. JIM GORDON

Wine Folly: Pg. 131 Merlot is talked about for its boisterous black cherry flavors, supple tannins, and Smokey or chocolaty finish. Out of all of these general flavors, the only one that I could taste was a hint of the black cherry. The text also discusses having Merlot alongside roasted foods, something that I didn't do, but will try in the future.

My Review: I enjoyed this wine however it was not my favorite. While I could taste the fruity and berry the wine seemed to be more tannic than what I am used to. I enjoyed the smell of the wine more than the taste and at some points, I thought the alcohol flavor was somewhat prominent. I drank wine on its own without food.