Norm's Tasting Notes
by Norm Bentley
The North Georgia Wine Advisor
2021 Francis Ford Coppola Diamond Collection Merlot
#06-2024
Another story about a "Cab and a Slab"? No, not this time. This is a tale of a thick medium rare fillet and a California Merlot, which was not made for the movies, but was made by a winery owned by a famous movie-maker. The Coppola Diamond Collection Merlot is worth talking about, especially as you are enjoying the thick, juicy steak it is paired with!
The nose is like a basket of dark berries, with a whiff of spicy overtones. The dominate flavors are blackberry, plum, and black raspberry. The texture is velvety, with a smooth mouth-feel, and a touch of earthy spice at the end. The alcohol content is 13.5%, and Norm's score is 88.
For a real celebration, pair this one with rack of lamb, and set the controls for auto pilot.
score: 88
price : $14 - $18
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