Franzia Merlot (5L, 12.5%)

Franzia Merlot is a dry, medium-bodied California red wine in a 5-litre bag-in-box format. It is produced by The Wine Group from Merlot grapes sourced from American vineyards in California, and its proprietary bag-in-box tap is designed to keep oxygen out after opening, keeping the wine drinkable for up to six weeks. On the nose there are blackberry and raspberry notes with a muted dry red-fruit character. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, with red fruit, a leaner mid-palate, noticeable tannic grip and a touch of bitterness. The finish is moderate, with lingering dryness and a slightly bitter, tannic close.