The Calcu line of wines is very good and extremely consistent, and this Merlot stands as a fine case in point. Fruit notes of dark cherries and plums lead the way, accented with just a little whiff of oak to provide complexity around the edges. Pure and thoroughly pleasant, this medium-bodied red is delicate enough to work well with a roast chicken but sufficiently substantial to pair with red meats.
Calcu, Colchagua Valley (Chile) Merlot 2008
By Michael Franz