2018 Robert Mondavi Winery Merlot California Private Selection

Community Tasting Notes (2) Avg Score: 89.2 points

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  1/11/2021 - CashUSM16 Likes this wine: 92 Points

  Why not write a review on a $10 bottle of wine?!
  
  Look its a $10 bottle. Don't expect much. BUT. I was actually pleasantly surprised by this. Its not complex or layered with flavor after flavor. What it is is a straightforward representation of Merlot as a fruit forward, highly drinkable wine with just a touch of complexity.
  
  The nose is blackberry and plum with notes of vanilla. About as straightforward as Merlot gets.
  
  The palate matches the nose. Loads of black fruit, some vanilla, and baking spices. Incredibly juicy. The acidity is medium +, the alcohol is actually medium - and not overpowering.
  
  The finish is short and straightforward.
  
  Bottom line, this is a solid wine for the price. If you need a cheap wine for a stew, a skirt steak, burger, etc then this will do the trick!

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  12/31/2020 - pupaes Likes this wine: 87 Points

  not much nose. blackberry.

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