The J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot is medium-dark in color with a red hue. Varietal aromas of black plum and violet meld with the light barrel signature of baking spices and toasted pastry. A generous fraction of Malbec in the blend accentuates bright fruit tones and contributes notes of pomegranate and hibiscus flower. This wine is lively and bright on the palate and cascades to a lengthy, red-fruit finish. It's named after the slightly heavier Los Osos series soils in Paso Robles, which have proven to be the perfect medium for growing lush, flavorful Merlot. A glass of this rich, Paso Robles Merlot wine with just the right touch of sweet oak and gentle tannins for pairing with anything off the grill.

• One 750 mL glass bottle of J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Paso Robles Merlot Red Wine,
• 5 servings per bottle; 5 oz per serving
• Product of Paso Robles AVA, San Luis Obispo County, California
• Barreled in American oak, primarily medium and medium-long toast with toasted heads
• Pairs well with grilled sausage and vegetable shish kebabs or creamy spinach and tomato tortellini
• Flavors of pomegranate, hibiscus flower and layers of cocoa and peppery spice, with a black cherry finish