Reviews & Ratings
2023 King Family Merlot "Monticello"
Winery: King Family
Vintage: 2023
Wine Name/Vineyard: "Monticello"
Wine Category: Merlot
Grape blend: 100% Merlot
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Monticello
State or country: VA
Price: $33
Cases produced: 657
KWG Score: 90.5 (based on 1 review)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90.5)
Review date: February 12, 2026
Wine Review: This very dark garnet colored Merlot from King Family opens with a black plum and cinnamon bouquet with hints of black cherry and new leather. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round, smooth, and plush. The flavor profile is a gentle mocha and black cherry blend with notes of blueberry and mild stony minerality. I also detected hints of oak and black plum. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and dusty tannins are nicely sustained. I would pair this easy drinking and food friendly Merlot with a mushroom pizza. Enjoy - Ken
Winemaker Notes: Bright notes of cherry, strawberry and leather are intertwined with a soft aroma of wet iron. On the palate, black tea leaf, mocha, and vanilla flavors are smoothly delivered along with fine tannins. A delicate and well-integrated oak influence is carried through the finish. Drink now or age for five to seven years.
