Merlot

The Merlot grape is originally a real (right bank) Bordeaux grape and the most planted grape in France. In many cases, this grape is mixed with Cabernet Sauvignon. The Merlot is known for its smooth and easy wines that are also full-bodied and powerful.

2022 Boschendal 1685 Merlot

South Africa, Western Cape

Merlot

16.45 13.60

98 James Suckling

2012 Chateau Petrus Magnum

France, Bordeaux

Merlot

8,500.00 7,024.79

92 James Suckling

2020 Château Branaire-Ducru Duluc

France, Bordeaux

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

34.95 28.88

2016 Château Montrose Tertio de Montrose

France, Bordeaux

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

29.95 24.75 As low as 27.95

R ****(*)

2021 Springfontein Cape Moby Red

South Africa, Walker Bay

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Pinotage, Syrah-Shiraz

12.95 10.70 As low as 11.95

2023 Château Figeac Petit Figeac

France, Bordeaux

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

65.00 53.72

97 Vinous

2022 Château Angélus Tempo d'Angelus

France, Bordeaux

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

25.95 21.45

R 92

2023 Weingut Pfaffl Cuvee Privat

Austria, Weinviertel

Merlot

21.45 17.73 As low as 19.45

100 Parker

2019 Château Pavie Premier Grand Cru Classé Saint-Emilion

France, Bordeaux

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

445.00 367.77

97 Parker

2017 Fattoria le Pupille Saffredi

Italy, Tuscany

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

89.95 74.34

93 James Suckling

2023 Ornellaia Le Volte dell'Ornellaia

Italy, Tuscany

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese

25.65 21.20 As low as 24.25

100 Parker

2022 Château Troplong Mondot Saint-Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classé

France, Bordeaux

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

179.95 148.72

98 Parker

2018 Clos Fourtet Premier Grand Cru Classé

2020 Clos Fourtet Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé

France, Bordeaux

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

149.00 123.14

97 Vinous

2023 Château Angélus Tempo d'Angelus

France, Bordeaux

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

26.95 22.27

95 James Suckling

2021 Petrolo Val D'Arno di Sopra Torrione BIO

Italy, Tuscany

Merlot

35.45 29.30 As low as 33.60

Today's red wine drinker likes to drink his bottle of red wine young and be able to enjoy a full taste. The Merlot is ideal for this.

What does a Merlot taste like?

The Merlot is a soft, supple red wine with fairly neutral tannins and acidity. The taste of this red wine is mainly recognizable by cherries, berries and plums. This wine contains less tannin than the Cabernet Sauvignon, making it easier and younger to drink. Due to its low acidity, the Merlot can also be used as a table wine.

Today's red wine drinker likes to drink his bottle of red wine young and be able to enjoy a full taste. The Merlot is ideal for this.

What does a Merlot taste like?

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