The result is another delicious Merlot that captures lovely cherry-berry fruit. A perfumed bouquet of Royal Anne cherries, blueberry and cola is touched with a slight licorice note. The licorice also delicately mingles on the palate with flavors of raspberry, cassis and a hint of smoke. I like to drink our Sonoma County Merlot with a tangy, meat sauced pasta dish and plenty of toasted sourdough garlic bread. -winery