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 Pizza With Roasted Garlic, Bell Peppers And Two Cheese
Italian-style reds like American Merlot are tomato sauce's natural partner.