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 Spicy Pasta, Bean, And Sausage Soup
American Merlot gives Spicy Pasta, Bean, And Sausage Soup a savory partner — cherry, leather, and a touch of acid.