NY Cork Report: Shinn 2008 Merlot Shines From Not-So-Hot Year

Chocolate and a sprinkling of dried herbs makes Shinn Estate Vineyards' 2008 merlot a standout from a less-than-stellar year, according to local wine guru Lenn Thompson.

Thompson reviewed the vintage on his website, The New York Cork Report, on Tuesday. Click here to read the full review — you might just want to brighten your rainy day with this well-priced red.