Prix Wines, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2013

 Multiple indicators point toward a comeback for Merlot, and this is the type of wine to help lead the charge.  It shows nice aromatic expressiveness, with light oak toast and spice riding alongside scents of moderately ripe fruit.  The flavors feature notes recalling both red and black berries, and in terms of texture and weight, the wine is muscular without being rough.  Although this is sturdy enough to stand up to a steak, it would best be paired with veal, pork or duck.  Delicious juice.  A Platinum Award winner at the 2018 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge.