Rum Barrel-Aged Merlot blends the traditional craftsmanship of California winemaking with the exotic tradition of dark rum barrel aging. This results in an incredibly bold and unique sensory expression.

Appearance: Dark ruby red.

Nose: It opens with rich, sweet aromas of blackstrap molasses, vanilla, mocha, cocoa powder, maple, tobacco leaf, spiced rum cake, anise, black cherry, and dark plum. 

Taste: Ripe concentrated flavors of black cherry, black raspberry, spiced rum cake, molasses, caramel, brown sugar, baking spice, sweet oak, vanilla, and dark chocolate.

Finish: It carries through to a long, lush, and sweet finish. 

Food pairings: A superb accompaniment to Caribbean rum cake, pasta Bolognese, Korean short ribs, Jamaican jerk chicken, spicy coconut curry, dark chocolate, brie with fig jam, and a white sandy beach at sunset.

About the producer: Robert Mondavi established his namesake winery in 1966 with a vision to create Napa Valley wines that would stand in the company of the world's finest. He chose To Kalon Vineyard in the heart of the Napa Valley as the home for Robert Mondavi Winery.