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Tasting Notes for Courtney Benham Merlot 2009

by Brad Prescott
Wine Tasted: 
Courtney Benham Merlot 2009
California Wine Club shipment. Glad to see a Merlot after so many Cabs and Syrahs.
I would serve this wine for: 
Everyday wine. The wines in the basic CA Wine Club are usually good but not great. Great for weekday dinner wine with takeout but not for special occasions.
I shared this wine with: 
Karen.
The nose on this wine reminds me of: 
The nose is unremarkable but it is not hot, which is nice as so many California reds have that high alcohol heat on the nose.
This wine would pair well with the following foods: 
Burgers. Beef Stew. Maybe a macaroni & cheese.
I think this wine is priced: 
Totally fair and is a good shipment by California Wine Club. Like to see more Merlot, red blends, pinot noir from them instead of the constant stream of cabs and syrahs.
If I have any gripe with this wine, it's that: 
No gripes.
Wine Rating: 
89