Wine Review: Bargetto 2019 Merlot

What can you say about Central Coast California!!!? I have high praise for the area and the wines they produce. Except this one 🤦🏾‍♂️. Merlot isn’t the known grape from this area, but in theory it should be wonderful. This one tasted like moist dirt and smoke. There were hints of plum and bitter chocolate, which makes me believe I just caught it at the muted year before it really blossoms with its all. For now it’s a no for me, but I’ll revisit this vintage in another year or so to see if it has changed.