SHABO Winery Merlot Reserve Odesa Ukraine 2023

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100% Merlot. Medium ruby color and an expressive bouquet of violets, lilacs, fresh blackberry, black plum, reeds, vanilla, and elegant French oak. The palate unfolds with layers of orange blossom, black cherry, and red plum, followed by softer notes of blueberry bramble, blackberry cream, pastry, nutmeg, and walnut, with earthy undertones of cooked blue fruit compote and wet leaves. Dry with medium acidity, medium-plus tannins, and medium body, it offers concentrated flavors and balanced structure, finishing with a juicy wave of dark fruit and a medium-length, fruit-driven finish.

Food Pairing: beautifully with savory, earthy, rich flavored dishes. Herb-crusted lamb, mushroom risotto, roasted duck, beef tenderloin, grilled eggplant, lentil stew, Ukrainian beef stroganoff, stuffed cabbage, gouda, taleggio.

3.7/5