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 Herbed Beef Stew With Sugar Snap Peas
American Merlot gives Herbed Beef Stew With Sugar Snap Peas a savory partner — cherry, leather, and a touch of acid.