The goal of Thirsty Thursday is to find good and cheap wines for under $10. Today we are headed to my home state of California for Thirsty Thursday wine tasting!
The wine isle can be overwhelming- so many brands and varieties to choose from. I am out of suggestions from you all and out of brands that I am familiar with for under $10. So I took a wild guess and grabbed a bottle of Emerald Bay Merlot off the shelf.
After looking up the tasting notes online I noticed this is a slight blend- 89% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Tasting Notes From the Vintner
Bing cherry and dried currant aromas complement soft vanilla nuances on the palate. Soft tannins and a moderate complexity are enhanced by the small blend of Cabernet Sauvignon. Smooth through the finish.
I did find Emerald Bay to be a smooth Merlot. I could taste a hint of cherry and the slight aroma of vanilla. This Merlot was not as spicy and did not have the slight oak aftertaste like the Xplorador I tasted a few weeks ago.
The price for Emearld Bay is around $7 a bottle. It contains 13.5% alcohol so pair it with a hearty meal like pork tenderloin and mushroom risotto.
As always, make sure you drink responsibly.
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Do you have a suggestion for a good and cheap wine under $10? Please leave a comment and let me know!
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