Apothic Merlot

Apothic Merlot is a remarkably rich, plush, and dark fruit-forward California wine crafted to offer an indulgent and exceptionally smooth drinking experience. Pouring a deep crimson-garnet hue, it reveals an intense and expressive bouquet of wild blueberries, ripe black cherries, and juicy boysenberries, beautifully layered with comforting undertones of vanilla bean, dark milk chocolate, and a faint hint of sweet coconut from oak aging. On the palate, this medium- to full-bodied red blend exhibits a velvety, opulent mouthfeel framed by incredibly soft, unassertive tannins and a gentle touch of residual sweetness. A concentrated core of jammy black forest fruits, plum compote, and subtle baking spice glides seamlessly across the tongue, concluding with a long, highly polished, and rounded finish packed with lingering notes of mocha, toasted oak, and decadent cocoa powder.

Food Pairing:

Pairs flawlessly with slow-braised duck breast, charcoal-grilled gourmet sausages, pepperoni and black olive pizza, savory barbecued pulled pork sliders, or hard cheeses like aged gouda.