CHATEAU HAUT FOURAT MERLOT 2023 (KOSHER) BORDEAUX

The floral and currant notes really come through on the nose, and the finish is surprisingly smooth for a young Merlot. It’s a great everyday drinker that paired nicely with our roasted chicken.

We opened this for Shabbat and the soft finish really came through on the second glass, making it easy to pair with the brisket. The ruby color looked gorgeous in the glass and the spicy fruit notes lingered just long enough. Probably our new go-to kosher Merlot for casual dinners.

The nose is really lovely with those currant and floral notes coming through, and the soft finish made it easy to sip on its own. For a kosher Bordeaux under $20, the balance is surprisingly good. I'll definitely grab another bottle for Shabbat dinner.