and 3% Maturana — the last a rare indigenous grape that adds depth uncommon in wines at this tier

Both are California red blends positioned as bold

neat is the strongest recommendation

The mid-palate develops into spicy orange marmalade

Grilled stone fruit like peaches draws out the underlying citrus and butterscotch

Ferrari Carano Merlot image-auto-generated and 3% Maturana — theFerrari Carano Merlot is a full bodied, Sonoma County red wine bottled at 14. 5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. The 2018 vintage earned a Double Gold medal at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, and the 2021 vintage received 91 points from Wine Enthusiast, underscoring this label's consistent quality across releases. Quick Facts: ABV: 14. 5% Origin: Sonoma County, California Varietal: Merlot Winery: Ferrari Carano Vineyards & Winery