Castano Merlot 2003

This wine is the perfect definition of Merlot. It has loads of ripe fruit aromas. It's well-balanced. And it's strong but with a very pleasant aftertaste. In two words: a winner - and you don't have to look far to see why. It is the work of one of the most influential private bodegas of the Yecla region - Bodegas Castano. They have been making wonderful wine for generations, source their grapes from three immaculate vineyards and age their wines in American oak. This delicious and versatile Merlot will go with any red meat or pork and is the sort of red you keep a protective eye on at barbecues.