Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Diamond Collection Blue Label California Merlot

8.7705 ratings

8.48 pro ratings

California, USA

Merlot

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

Top Notes For

9.0

Really good. A little sweet for a merlot, which was a pleasant surprise. Smells nice, tastes smooth. Can definitely taste the berries and oak (2012)

Really good. A little sweet for a merlot, which was a pleasant surprise. Smells nice, tastes smooth. Can definitely taste the berries and oak (2012)

3 people found it helpfulApr 10th, 2015

8.2

Decent. Still a little thin for my tastes and a little drier than I prefer but full flavored.

Decent. Still a little thin for my tastes and a little drier than I prefer but full flavored.

2 people found it helpfulAug 8th, 2015

9.1

Great color with a smooth silky finish.

Great color with a smooth silky finish.

2 people found it helpfulJun 22nd, 2014

Sipping Fine Wine

8.7

Grapes sourced from both California and Oregon, deep Ruby with aromas of berry fruits and herb spice. On the palate flavors of cherry and ripe strawberry with spice, cacao and leafy herb notes. Firm tannins, medium finish ending with earthy spice character. Drink now, no aging benefit.

Grapes sourced from both California and Oregon, deep Ruby with aromas of berry fruits and herb spice. On the palate flavors of cherry and ripe strawberry with spice, cacao and leafy herb notes. Firm tannins, medium finish ending with earthy spice character. Drink now, no aging benefit.

1 person found it helpfulDec 4th, 2022

8.7

Good!

Good!

1 person found it helpfulOct 14th, 2017

7.5

Found this merlot to have high tannins and it was a little rough to drink alone. Maybe paired with food would make it more palatable.

Found this merlot to have high tannins and it was a little rough to drink alone. Maybe paired with food would make it more palatable.

1 person found it helpfulJul 21st, 2015

Stephanie Maree

10

Very very smooth wine. Nice finish and the perfect combination of slightly dry and fruity that doesn't leave your mouth desperate for water.

Very very smooth wine. Nice finish and the perfect combination of slightly dry and fruity that doesn't leave your mouth desperate for water.

1 person found it helpfulMar 2nd, 2015

8.2

Notes of plums, currants and anise with lively flavors of blueberry and cherries. Pairs well with beef, lamb chops or or aged cheese.

Notes of plums, currants and anise with lively flavors of blueberry and cherries. Pairs well with beef, lamb chops or or aged cheese.

1 person found it helpfulFeb 28th, 2015

Nashville Wine Guy

8.2

Medium body, a tiny bit spicy on the back end. Lots of plumbs, maybe some blueberry.

Medium body, a tiny bit spicy on the back end. Lots of plumbs, maybe some blueberry.

1 person found it helpfulNov 14th, 2014

Host OrganicWineReview, Assistant Buyer Savvy Cellar Wine Bar

8.7

Winston had this 13 years ago

Winston had this 13 years ago

1 person found it helpfulApr 19th, 2014