If you had stopped by our office one night in late January, you would have been invited to participate in the tasting of over a dozen Merlots. From this selection, we had to come up with two wines we thought representative of what a good California Merlot should taste like today. Granted, we do check the reviews in the Wine Spectator or Connoisseurs' Guide To California Wine, but the final determination of which wines are to be used rests on our personal likes and dislikes and what we think you and other members would like. We want our Merlot to have a rich, dark appearance along with a certain brightness in the glass. The nose should he there, somewhat intense but not overpowering. With our first sip we want to taste fruit flavors (plum or maybe a berry taste) but we also want assurance that the wine had spent enough time in oak barrels to soften the tannins and round out the flavor. The texture should be round and supple with moderate acidity.. .we have no use for a thin and tart Merlot. But what we look for most is that wondrously satisfying long and lingering finish...that glorious flavor that stays with you and makes you very, very happy.
Depending upon when you join our Connoisseur's Selection, you might receive the chosen two Merlots early in the year. Later, Pinot Noir would arrive for your pleasure. Then in Fall comes our favorite, Cabernet Sauvignon. But, man can't live on red wine alone (though some would like to try). Twice a year we ship white wines, either California's premier white wine, Chardonnay, or, possibly, a selection of White Meritage or a Reserve Sauvignon Blanc. And for the holidays, it's Sparkling wine, shipped just before Thanksgiving. These wines sell for around $25 per bottle (plus or minus a dollar or two), so your total cost including shipping, will be approximately $60, depending on the wines chosen and your shipping situation. Unlike the normal monthly program, we ask that payment be made prior to shipment. If you decide to use your credit card, we would automatically ship you the wine. If you choose to pay by check, we'll send you a note advising you of the cost.
To start receiving your great wine selections and all the other benefits please fill in the information below. You may also phone us at 800-749-9463, fax your information to 239-591-2840, or contact us at WineConceptsInc@comcast.net. For more information about Wine Concepts see our Wine Clubs page.
Please send me my first two full size bottles of selected California varietal wines to activate my membership. Also include my lively, informative wine newsletter. including a delicious recipe created to complement the wines, other membership information and details on money-saving opportunities on wines that are available for members only. I understand my total bi-monthly wine cost will average $50.00 plus tax and delivery. I understand that there is no membership fee or minimum purchase requirement and I may cancel my membership at any time and receive no additional shipments.
PLEASE NOTE: We accept orders from adults over the age of 21 only. All shipments are delivered by Fedex Ground and an adult signature is required at the time of delivery. This offer is valid in Florida only.
