Full of dark juicy fruit, Taste Red has ripe and soft tannins complemented by a deep mouthwatering complexity. The 2014 vintage was unique and exceptional, perhaps the greatest growing season in 40 years of Long Island winemaking. Thomas Matthews of Wine Spectator said “Ripe, juicy flavors of black cherry and plum mingle with savory notes of dark chocolate and dried herb in this expressive red. Features a solid structure but remains graceful through the spicy finish.”

51% Merlot, 27% Syrah, 17% Petit Verdot , 5% Cabernet Franc.

Made using the ancient European method of co-fermenting Syrah and Viognier fruit with indigenous yeasts. The fruit was sustainably farmed on our estate and harvested from a single vineyard. The 2015 vintage provided exceptional growing conditions. Thomas Matthews of Wine Spectator said “Plump and fruity, this red delivers black cherry, raspberry, black pepper and herbal flavors in a round texture, with light tannins and a spicy vanilla finish. Expressive and fresh.”

Bedell has become synonymous with top Merlots for over 30 years. The 2015 vintage is no exception, following in the footsteps of the 2009 Merlot that was served at the Presidential Inauguration. Made from hand harvested sustainably farmed fruit.  Jay McInerney  ofvThe Wall Street Journal said “Anybody who thinks they don’t like Merlot should try this one, fleshy but not flabby, this [is a] complex, aromatic, medium-bodied red.”