ST FRANCIS MERLOT RESERVE SONOMA COUNTY 2018

Full-bodied, rich, and velvety, the Reserve Merlot features toasty aromas of plum pudding, espresso, and black licorice. Flavors to follow are full of depth with notes of mocha, blackberry and baking chocolate emerging before the lengthy finish.

Excellent with duck confit, short ribs and poached pears.