Beresan Winery

Viuda Negra Merlot Cabernet Franc

9.17 ratings
9.11 pro ratings
Walla Walla Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Beef, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, Exotic Spices, Lamb, White Rice, Baking Spices, Herbs, Pasta, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Pork, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Blue Cheese
Top Notes For
Greg Ballington

Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog

9.1

Medium to deep ruby red. Very enticing nose, a little dirty with layers of dark berries and woody, even seems like a little cheese. A little dark cocoa too. Moderate tannins (6.5/10) and medium to medium plus bodied. Pretty well rounded with a great backbone. Additional notes of dark cherries, black raspberries, wood, savory, and a slight earthiness. Very impressed with this bottling and very enjoyable. Solid QPR and can't wait to try it again. Drink till 2020. (91+)

Medium to deep ruby red. Very enticing nose, a little dirty with layers of dark berries and woody, even seems like a little cheese. A little dark cocoa too. Moderate tannins (6.5/10) and medium to medium plus bodied. Pretty well rounded with a great backbone. Additional notes of dark cherries, black raspberries, wood, savory, and a slight earthiness. Very impressed with this bottling and very enjoyable. Solid QPR and can't wait to try it again. Drink till 2020. (91+)

1 person found it helpfulDec 26th, 2016
John Kemper

An intense ruby red, the '06 Beresan Red Bordeaux Blend 'Viuda Negra - Waliser Vineyard', intrigues the nose with floral hints of black cherry, licorice, cloves and cinnamon. The mouth is full and the taste is carried by rich silky tannins which are never intrusive. Some nice minty eucalyptus notes on the finish.

An intense ruby red, the '06 Beresan Red Bordeaux Blend 'Viuda Negra - Waliser Vineyard', intrigues the nose with floral hints of black cherry, licorice, cloves and cinnamon. The mouth is full and the taste is carried by rich silky tannins which are never intrusive. Some nice minty eucalyptus notes on the finish.

1 person found it helpfulApr 27th, 2014
Dave Schneider

Very strong bouquet. The cab franc adds a ton of structure and the merlot adds a soft and supple side to balance this into an amazing wine. Tks JR

Very strong bouquet. The cab franc adds a ton of structure and the merlot adds a soft and supple side to balance this into an amazing wine. Tks JR

Sep 17th, 2017
Rick Witham

Perfect accompaniment to grilled rib eye. Second bottle. Looking for more

Perfect accompaniment to grilled rib eye. Second bottle. Looking for more

May 30th, 2017
Anthony Correro

Black licorice and blackberries on the nose. Blueberries and salt and pepper on the tongue.

Black licorice and blackberries on the nose. Blueberries and salt and pepper on the tongue.

Dec 14th, 2016
Rob Nohle

Rob had this 7 years ago

Rob had this 7 years ago

Dec 19th, 2017
Tom Biro

Tom had this 10 years ago

Tom had this 10 years ago

Sep 25th, 2014