Merlot has had a rough time over the past few years. Once everyone’s favorite easy-drinking red, Merlot was stigmatized by Miles’ famous line in Sideways: “We are not drinking any %^@#ing Merlot!” So, what were we drinking before we had this group infatuation with Pinot Noir then? Well, it was Merlot!
So, where is Merlot today? It’s a good question and one the savvy consumer should be asking. All the attention that had once been focused on Merlot, but quickly switched allegiances, left Merlot producers oversupplied for the marketplace. You know what that generally means: falling prices as production exceeds demand and increased quality as lands that may have been over-cropped or irrationally planted to Merlot get budded over to more valuable varieties or farmed for quality over quantity
Today, Merlot is seeing something of a restoration of its reputation. With less bad Merlot on the market, consumers can finally begin to understand not only the grape but the styles that California is capable of -- not to mention Washington, Chile, South Africa… you name it. This sampling of Merlot was quite narrow, with just a few from outside California but offers up a little something for just about everybody. Merlot remains an easy-drinking, crowd-pleasing wine, though there are wines that test the limits from rich and powerfully extracted to elegant and exceptionally refined. The only trick here is finding the one you like Snooth February 2011
Immediately warm and appetising, this deliciously harmonious blend of two classical Bordeaux varieties showcases boysenberry fruit enveloped in soft caramel flavours, complemented with spicy leather and earthy musky violets. An excellent choice with lamb or pork dishes. Ready for immediate enj...more »oyment or to reward cellaring.
This delicious Merlot from premium grapes exudes ripe plum and boysenberry fruits with earthy spicy notes, interwoven on a lovely velvety texture. Already appetising it is ready for immediate enjoyment, or will reward judicious cellaring.
Red and black berry fruits of raspberry and black currant provide varietal direction on the nose. Jasmine flower and sinewy oak provide extra aromatic interest. The palate is broad and generous but with a sappy streak providing foil and structure
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4 Stars Sam Kim Wine Orbit
This wine is a blend of Merlot and Montepulciano grapes,. Full and mellow, this wine is ideally suited to pizza, pasta and other Italian dishes but most definitely to be enjoyed with friends.The 2013 growing season was excellent and this has been translated into a wonderful wine of nice complexity a...more »nd concentration. The nose is warm, slightly earthy, fruit touched and complex, while the taste impact is warm and mildly fruitful with a core of flavour. Mid palate has some berry fruit moments, a lick of bay leaf and some gentle grip that adds texture to its earthy warmth. Easy paced wine that fades nicely away with a warm, gentle tail of flavour.
Immediately warm and appetising, this deliciously harmonious blend of two classical Bordeaux varieties showcases boysenberry fruit enveloped in soft caramel flavours, complemented with spicy leather and earthy musky violets. An excellent choice with lamb or pork dishes. Ready for immediate enj...more »
This delicious Merlot from premium grapes exudes ripe plum and boysenberry fruits with earthy spicy notes, interwoven on a lovely velvety texture. Already appetising it is ready for immediate enjoyment, or will reward judicious cellaring.
Enjoy the aromatic complexiity of this wine a harmoninous combination of the grape variety (mainly Merlot)
A wine with a lovely aromatic red fruit bouquet and a palate full of ripe fruits, very soft tannins and a litle hint of spice.
Red and black berry fruits of raspberry and black currant provide varietal direction on the nose. Jasmine flower and sinewy oak provide extra aromatic interest. The palate is broad and generous but with a sappy streak providing foil and structure AWARDS Gold Medal 2017 Bragato Wine Awards ...more »