• BLACKSTONE 2008 MERLOT CALIFORNIA WINEMAKER’S SELECT:

This simple but tasty Merlot will please those looking for bargains. It has aromas and flavors of cherry and plums, with a thread of herbs and earth from the addition of small percentages of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon.

This is a wine meant for the table, and a good choice for herb-roasted leg of lamb or chicken, pizza, or a cheeseburger. It’s only $6.99 at BevMo! in SLO.