American Merlot
Red · Medium · Dry
California Merlot, when made well — plummy, supple, with a touch of cocoa and earlier drinkability than its Bordeaux cousins. The unfairly maligned dinner-party red.
Why it works with Beef Tenderloin With Mushrooms And Espagnole Sauce
American Merlot gives Beef Tenderloin With Mushrooms And Espagnole Sauce a savory partner — cherry, leather, and a touch of acid.