<p>Starmont Carneros Merlot is surprisingly dark with bright cherry, blueberry and currant aromatics on top of coffee/mocha, toast and cranberry.</p><p>The palate is lush and velvety with good weight and soft tannins. The wine displays great richness, without being heavy or excessive. In short, it is quintessential Carneros Merlot.</p>
Classic baked meat dish
Merlot offers a smooth, fruity profile that pairs well with meatloaf's hearty texture.
Tender beef steak
Merlot offers a softer, fruit-forward profile that pairs nicely with filet mignon.
Merlot's soft tannins and fruitiness pair well with the mild spices and creamy sauce.
Tender beef steak
Merlot offers a softer, fruit-forward profile that pairs well with filet mignon.
Burger with bacon
Merlot's smooth fruitiness complements the savory beef and bacon.
Slow roasted beef rib
Merlot offers a softer, fruit-forward profile that pairs well with beef.