91 PTS WILFRED WONG. A class wine, the well-built '01 Merryvale Profile is an excellent Meritage Red effort; long and persistent on the palate, youthful but already pleasing; pair with a filet mignon.
Tomato meat sauce pasta
Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure and bold tannins to match hearty Bolognese.
Lean roasted pork
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement pork's richness and seasoning.
Grilled marinated beef
Cabernet Sauvignon offers tannins and structure that pair well with charred meat.
Cheese stuffed crust pizza
Cabernet Sauvignon's boldness matches the richness of stuffed crust pizza.
Cabernet Sauvignon's structure and dark fruit balance the rich, umami beef sauce.
Cabernet Sauvignon's boldness pairs well with beef sliders and rich sauces.