Peter Vella Family Reserve Merlot

You can think of merlot as a softer even friendlier version of a cabernet sauvignon. Peter vella merlot in particular has a lighter mouth feel and a fresher taste that people really seem to appreciate. Its easy-to-enjoy style marries well with the prominent but delicate flavors of ripe raspberry and cherry. Peter’s serving tip: our merlot is lighter-bodied wine which means it pairs extremely well with heavier dishes like pasta. I like to highlight the raspberry fruit of this wine with the foods i prepare so i’ll usually pair it with a rich homemade tomato sauce with italian sausage over spaghetti. All i need then is a little salad and some fresh-baked garlic bread and i’m all set! – peter vella