Chateau de Parsac

I think I've found my new favorite wine. I might be biased as I prefer Bordeaux to most other regions, but this one is truly special. It's about 80% Merlot and the balance Cabernet Franc. Very intense for the price point; no weird flavors of "skunk and funk" that I usually associate with cheap Merlot. Actually, there is kosher Merlot from France for a few dollars less, and the quality disparity is enormous. The wine is silky and aromatic, well balanced and drinkable, and unbelievably mevushal. Leave it to the Rothschild group to figure this one out. I tried the 2007 which I believe is the most current release. Might be able to age for a few years but this is made to be slurped right up. Enjoy!