Wine question

[Innkeeper]

Hi CJ, and welcome to the Wine Board. Here's one I'll bet he's never had, and will also bet he will like: 1998 Bortoluzzi, Collio, Merlot. If you can't find that particular one, almost any other Collio Merlot you can find in the $18 - $25 range should fill the bill. Do not substitute any other Italian Merlot. If you can't find a Collio Merlot get a 1998 Pomerol or St Emilion. Ask your retailer to recommend one in your price range. You should be able to get a decent one in the $25 - $35 range. These two Bordeaux regions make their blends with mostly merlot by volume.