[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ruby black color. Aromas of raspberry jam thumbprint cookies and pencil shavings with a lightly tannic, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, medium-length plum butter and oak finish with woody tannins and light oak flavor. A chewy, oaky Merlot to pair with casual meals..

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love to eat cheese and crackers and this pairs well with them. A great wine to have with appetizers and even a green salad. Smooth not bitter, dry but not extra dry. Overall a great go to red wine.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Robert Mondavi Private Selection Rum Barrel-Aged Merlot is a robust but smooth merlot with notable plum aroma and flavor. The perfect autumn red, it would be a lovely accompaniment to a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. It paired perfectly with cheese, rosemary crackers and cranberry spread, though I could also see it matching the depth of a peppercorn steak.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I thought this Merlot was pretty good. I was able to taste the difference from the rum barrel aging and thought it really enhanced the flavors of the wine. I think this would be great to enjoy with a great steak!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was pleasantly surprised of how much i enjoyed the Robert Mondavi Private selection Rum Barrell-aged Merlot. It is full bodied and fruity. i do not necessarily have a very sophisticated palate, but could still tastes notes of plum and vanilla. Very good for such an inexpensive wine.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was surprised how much I enjoyed this complex Merlot! I really enjoy more exotic wines and this one is superb. It has a balanced mouth feel and a unique toasted vanilla and fruity finish. This is going on my holiday meal and gift list.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought a bottle of this during an evening of wine tasting elsewhere. When opened at home I indeed found myself enjoying it more when I was sober! My palate enjoys dense, complex wines with a full mouth feel and a bit toward the jammy side. This fit the bill and I am adding it to my short list of especially enjoyed reds.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great tasting wine very fancy and high class. The bottle is very eye-catching, and the wind is very smooth. It taste great paired with the cheese, crackers and walnuts. This is definitely a showstopper at any dinner party.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Robert Monday Private Selection Rum Barrel-Aged Merlot has a beautiful color which reminds me of the Christmas holidays. The wine itself has a perfect balance - not too sweet but not too dry. I think this wine would make a great hostess gift for any upcoming holiday festivities.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It has a smokey, charred aroma that made us all curious to try it. its color is lighter than the cabernet. its flavor has a tart quality to it it went well with chocolates and appies. We enjoyed it but no one was sure if thed purchase a bottle on their own.