Baron Herzog Merlot 2015

Winery: Herzog

Grapes: Merlot

Region: Clarksburg

Regional styles: Californian Merlot

Food pairing: Beef · Lamb · Veal

Dark ruby in color with a brick rim.

Barnyard on the nose with blackberries, plums, sour cherries, cloves, oak, vanilla, spices and black pepper.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity, long legs and a nice mouth feel. 

Dry and fruity on the palate with cherries, red currants, plums, cloves, oak, vanilla, wood, earth and peppercorn.

Medium finish with grippy,green, bitter tannins and sour cherries.

Merlot. Burgundy color, medium body. Strong berries, plums aroma. Berries, bell peppers, mild licorice, spice on the palate. 14% alcohol. Drink with poultry, potatoes.

Floral and fruity up front, medium body, cherries, spice and a little woody on the finish. A decent everyday drinker.