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Merlot
Merlot is commonly used in Cabernet Sauvignon blends, as it is not very tannic and has a mid-palate weight, nicely contrasting the heavy tannin and doughnut-like palate structure of Cabernet Sauvignon. It also grows in similar conditions to Cabernet Sauvignon, thus making them perfect partners.
By itself, Merlot can produce rich, juicy, fruit-driven wines, but is also prone to over-cropping, which can led to dull wines. Vineyard location and maintenance is important in making the most of this variety.
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- France
A soft yet deceptively complex Merlot from the south of France. Fresh plum and cassis give way to a hint of violettes on the finish. Read More -
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- Southern France
A birght and punchy Merlot with distinctive plum character and a velvety finish. Read More -
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- Australia
- Victoria
A seductive red with bundles of plummy fruit flavour. Open notes of raspberry jam and soft mild spice combine on a soft finish. Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Bordeaux
- Left Bank
- Medoc
A powerful Cabernet Sauvignon dominated wine with a palate full of blackcurrants and blackberries that gives way to a subtly spicy finish. Read More -
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- France
- Bordeaux
- Left Bank
- Graves
A wine which shows beautiful balance between flavors and expressive aromas. Fine tannins coat the palate, highlighted on the finish by a persistent to... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Bordeaux
- Left Bank
- Haut-Medoc
A classic blend from the region of mainly Cabernet Sauvignon. Soft purple hue with light aromas of cherries, blackcurrants and hints of vanilla. A lov... Read More -
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- France
- Bordeaux
- Left Bank
- Pauillac
Deep purple in colour with black hints, the nose is complex but discreet. On the palate, notes of underwood, spice and pencil lead are delicately w... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Bordeaux
- Left Bank
- Margaux
The delicious silky soft and smooth red balanced with spicy jam chateris and a soft finish. Read More -
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- France
- Bordeaux
- Right Bank
- Pomerol
In colour, this is deep purple-red, the aromas being open, very ripe and freshly complex. The wines, which exhibit a luscious structure, are delicate ... Read More -
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- New Zealand
- Hawkes Bay
A vibrant red from made from fruit from Hawkes Bay. Frgrant and livey aroma of plums and stewed fruits witha firm structure and sweet juicy finish. ... Read More -
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- South Africa
- Stellenbosch
A well-made wine with sweet berry and dark chocolate notes. Rich and balanced with hints of soft prune and ripe plum. No sulphur was added to this win... Read More -
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- Bulgaria
A great soft and fruity Merlot with plummy fruit flavours and a velvety mouth feel. Read More -
- Origin
- France
Deeply coloured, medium body in style. An easy-drinking wine from the south of France. Read More -
- Origin
- France
- South West
- Cotes de Gascogne
This is a rich fruit red with a firm ripe structure. Aromas of cherry and fresh plums. Rounded and balanced on the palate witha silky textured finish.... Read More -
- Origin
- France
Soft plum and juicy winter berries dominate the palate on this velvety red from the South of France. Read More -
- Origin
- France
Deep red in colour, this is a well-judged blend of Merlot's soft fruit and Tannat's structure, making it a full and juicy wine of repute. Read More -
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- Chile
- Central Valley
An excellent Merlot with a soft, velvety mouthfeel and a plummy fruit character. Read More -
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- Argentina
- Mendoza
A Bordeaux inspired blend, ripe blackberry fruit, damson and warming spice with subtle flavours of pencil lead, dark chocolate, cardamom and black pep... Read More -
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- Argentina
- Mendoza
An expertly blended red wine madue using traditional Bordeaux varieties that is fruity full bodied and rich. Read More -
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- Australia
- Western Australia
Wonderful ripe fruit character of blackcurrant, raspberry, cherry and plums. The palate is deep and rich with juicy mixed berry and plum fruits. Some ... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Bordeaux
Sourced from fruit near the town of Le Réole, this lovely example of an everyday claret has great depth of colour good juicy cassis fruits. Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Bordeaux
A great value wine from Bordeaux. A perfect blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc this wine has a deep red colour with ripe red fruit aromas. Supple ... Read More
Key Countries and Regions
Merlot is the backbone grape in many Bordeaux wines, and is the dominant grape in the blends of St-Emilion and Pomerol. It is the basic ingredient of some of the most sought-after wines in the world (those hailing from Chateux Petrus, Le Pin and Clinet). Merlot also plays a major role in the New World wines from America (California and Washington State), Chile, Italy (Tuscany), Australia (Margaret River) and New Zealand (Hawkes Bay).
Common Flavours and Ageing
The most prevalent flavours include fruits like cherry, black olive, mulberry and raspberry (even fruitcake); root vegetables like beetroot and rhubarb and natural flavours such as earth, violet and a leaf-like taste. The texture is juicy, velvety, rounded and smooth, being medium-bodied and well-balanced. It can be drunk when young due to its supple and plump character; at such an age, it is very deep in colour, often near-black with purple hints. As it ages, it becomes closer to a garnet-red, and the richer flavours of leather, caramel, bacon, truffle and coffee materialise.
