Double Dog Dare Cellars

California Merlot

8.358 ratings

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California, USA

Merlot

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy

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6.8

Dog piss

Dog piss

1 person found it helpfulApr 14th, 2018

8.6

Fruity but somewhat bitter

Fruity but somewhat bitter

Nov 5th, 2022

7.8

Medium ruby hue. Aromas of earthy, plum, raspberry, smoke, and yeast--and more than a hint of Brettanomyces. Medium body; medium tannins; medium acidity; flavors of black fruit. Rather robust and rustic, so I suspect other varietals blended in. Medium length on a somewhat bitter finish.

Medium ruby hue. Aromas of earthy, plum, raspberry, smoke, and yeast--and more than a hint of Brettanomyces. Medium body; medium tannins; medium acidity; flavors of black fruit. Rather robust and rustic, so I suspect other varietals blended in. Medium length on a somewhat bitter finish.

Nov 26th, 2020

8.7

A very pleasant, inexpensive red

A very pleasant, inexpensive red

Aug 20th, 2019

7.2

I give it the edge over the cab

I give it the edge over the cab

Aug 12th, 2018

Kendall Johnson

8.2

Fruity, but soft. Not as dry as i would expect from a merlot

Fruity, but soft. Not as dry as i would expect from a merlot

Feb 26th, 2018

8.3

Sweet, smooth.

Sweet, smooth.

Apr 6th, 2017

8.3

Good very light tasting wine. Decent contender for Italian dinners.

Good very light tasting wine. Decent contender for Italian dinners.

Dec 27th, 2016

6.0

Okay for the price

Okay for the price

Dec 1st, 2016

Frank Heffelfinger

8.0

Not bad

Not bad

Jun 22nd, 2016