Sunday, February 21, 2016

Tasting- Leese-Fitch Merlot

Name: Lees-Fitch Merlot
Variety: 81% Merlot, 9% Syrah, 5% Grenache, 3 % Zinfandel, 2% Barbera                      


Region: Sonoma, California       
Country: United States

Year: 2014
Price: $11.99

Winery Review: Dark ruby in color this wine showcases complex aromas of raspberry, dark cherry, hints of thyme, cedar, and spearmint. On the palate fruit flavors dominate with cherry preservers, blueberry pie, plum, cranberry sauce, orange rind, coconut and basil. 
My Review: Full-bodied aroma of various blends of dark tart fruit and orange. Flavors of blueberry, cherry, rhubarb, and plum. Very smooth and low in tannins. 
Food?:  did not pair with food.

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