J Lohr Merlot Cake Ornella Tondini and Lionello Cousin’s

Ornella Tondini and Lionello Cousin’s small estate Cupano is situated towards the southwestern border of Montalcino

Nose: Creamy butterscotch with a hint of toffee apple

and great underlying acidity which lends well to the dreamy and majestic finish

with the heat and spicy finish that can make younger whiskeys more exciting

it has a bright and zesty nose birthed from four kinds of Japanese citruses

J Lohr Merlot Cake Ornella Tondini and Lionello Cousin’sWith more than five decades of grape growing on the Central Coast and wine making from Napa Valley to Paso Robles, the Lohr family is iconic in California. This structured yet plush Merlot captures their expertise in making affordable wines taste like they cost twice the price. Delicious alongside sizzling steak, it's a steal worth stocking up on for summer (and fall) sipping.