For a quality Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Gamay producer Malivoire has been quietly expanding their offereings … now here we have a straight up Merlot and it too deserves to have the Malivoire name because of its quality. Blueberry and blackberry on the nose which follows onto the palate while adding cassis and spiced raspberry … it’d a fruity number with just enough angles for balance. Price: $34.95 – Rating: ****+