Merlot is an ubiquitous grape, planted and vinified all over the world into wines of varying quality. The fact that it is so pervasive has actually worked against it, earning it a reputation as an ordinary wine grape. True wine enthusiasts know that merlot is responsible for some of the world’s most lauded wines, and more importantly, that is is capable of making extraordinarily stunning and delicious wines.
Ultimate Spirits Challenge’s results for the bourbon category are hotly anticipated every year. As distillers continue to expand their offerings we are delighted to evaluate both new and old favorites. At USC 2018, 5 bourbon entries scored over 95 Points and we can definitively call these the best 5 bourbons available.
With a score of 95 Points and an Ultimate Recommendation, this wine was impressive on many levels. As a benchmark example of what this part of the world can produce, it is clear that Turkey is a fine wine producing region.