Merlot
Merlot is one of the world’s most comforting red grapes, plush, generous, and effortlessly charming. In its spiritual home of Bordeaux’s Right Bank, particularly Saint-Émilion and Pomerol, Merlot delivers supple flavours of plum, black cherry, mocha, and soft spice, wrapped in velvety tannins that make it approachable even in youth. It ripens earlier than Cabernet Sauvignon, giving roundness and warmth to blends, yet it’s equally captivating on its own: a wine that feels inviting from the first sip, with a gentle richness that never overwhelms.
What makes Merlot so appealing is its texture, smooth, polished, and beautifully balanced. In cooler climates, it leans leafy and elegant; in warmer regions like California, Chile, or Australia, it becomes fuller and more opulent, with darker fruit and hints of chocolate. Winemakers can craft it in many moods: fruit-forward and juicy, refined and structured, or layered with oak for depth. At its best, Merlot is quietly luxurious, a wine that doesn’t shout but speaks with warmth, softness, and confidence. It’s the grape that makes everyone feel at home
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2024 Wild Merlot, Tumbleweed
“The Easy Confidence” Deep ruby in the glass, this Merlot offers aromas of plum, black cherry, and cocoa, framed by subtle spice. The palate is sup...
View full details2023 Décadence Merlot, La Belle Etoile
The 2023 Décadence Merlot is exactly as its name suggests: sumptuous, silky, and deeply satisfying. Made from carefully selected Merlot grapes grow...
View full details2022 Merlot, Cousino Macul
Cousiño Macul, a cornerstone of Chilean winemaking since 1856, remains a family-owned estate nestled in the heart of the Maipo Valley, Chile’s prem...
View full details2020 Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau Haut-Grelot
This classic everyday drinking Bordeaux offers rich damson fruit with hints of cocoa on the nose and palate. The supple tannins support an elegant ...
View full details2020 Protea Merlot, Anthonij Rupert Wyne
A cracking Merlot from Anthonij Rupert Wyne. Seductive dark berry compote with attractive spicy highlights on the nose. Rounded, plush and appeali...
View full details2021 'Bull Ant' Cabernet Merlot, Lake Breeze
The playful label was inspired by the bullants, which are known to harass vineyard workers. The grapes for this wine were selected from old vines i...
View full details2022 Merlot '1300', Andeluna
Nuances of red bell pepper combine with a hint of spice, white pepper and clove over deep, rich fruits. Full-bodied and textured on the palate with...
View full details2018 Antiguas Reservas Merlot, Cousino Macul
Crafted from a meticulous selection of the finest estate-grown Merlot, the 2018 Antiguas Reservas Merlot represents Cousiño Macul’s unwavering dedi...
View full details2018 ‘Ars Nova’ Tempranillo/ Cabernet / Merlot, Tandem
The Art of Balance. A wine that bridges classic and contemporary with quiet confidence, the 2018 Ars Nova is all polish, poise and purpose. Deep r...
View full details2021 Merlot, Groot Constantia
Groot Constantia is the oldest wine estate in South Africa and has a remarkable history including having King Louis Philippe of France as their bes...
View full details2020 Clos Roareti Merlot, Guerrieri Rizzardi
A bold and refined expression of Merlot from the heart of Valpolicella, the 2020 Clos Roareti is a single-vineyard wine of rare character and depth...
View full details2021 'Ode to Lorraine' Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot, Elderton
The 2021 ‘Ode to Lorraine’ is a masterful expression of Elderton’s philosophy of excellence through blending – a hidden gem within their premium re...
View full details2020 'Maestro' Merlot, Malbec & Cabernet Sauvignon, Pegasus Bay
Pegasus Bay is a family-owned estate in North Canterbury’s Waipara Valley, founded by the Donaldson family, pioneers of the region’s modern wine sc...
View full detailsRiedel Merlot Decanter
The Merlot decanter is a perfect starter piece for one with a growing love of wine. This everyday piece will effortlessly demonstrate the improveme...
View full detailsRiedel Veritas Cabernet/Merlot - Value Pack Buy 3 Get 4
This set is offered at an attractive price advantage and contains 4 pieces for the price of 3. The Cabernet glass is perfect for full-bodied, com...
View full detailsRiedel Veritas Cabernet/Merlot + Mosel Decanter - Set of 5
This pack contains 4 RIEDEL Veritas Cabernet/Merlot glasses and one RIEDEL Mosel Decanter. The Cabernet glass is perfect for full-bodied, complex r...
View full detailsRiedel Veritas Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot Glass - Value Pack - Buy 6 Get 8
This set is offered at an attractive price advantage and contains 8 pieces for the price of 6. The Cabernet glass is perfect for full-bodied, com...
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