I think a California Merlot is a good choice. Another good first would be Beaujolais. Light bodied, fruity and refreshing. Garnacha, a red wine of Spain would be another recommendation.
Pasilla de Oaxaca is my all time favorite. It can be exspensive.....around 21.50 per pound right now. Worth every penny if you are a chile head. Only grown in the Oaxacan region of Mexico. Smoky and fruity with tobacco tones.
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