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Merlot
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Merlot still suffers from the negative publicity it received in 2004 from the wine-themed movie Sideways. But even before that movie, Merlot had begun to be perceived as a beginner’s wine — soft and simple. We think that’s an unfair conclusion: inferior examples of Merlot are usually the result of overprinting in the wrong soil types rather than any intrinsic deficiencies in the grape. In fact, some of the most sought-after collectible wines are Merlot-based, including the great Bordeaux of Pomerol and Saint-Émilion. A single bottle of the current vintage of Château Pétrus will fetch prices in the neighborhood of $4,000! How can one grape manifests itself as both wine plonk and memorable classics? Seemingly a wine paradox, Merlot’s identify crisis may be cleared up by this oft-repeated winemaker’s adage: The quality of the wine is directly proportional to the quality of the vineyards. Merlot is the second-most planted red wine grape in the world, so there is bound to be variation in quality. As with all grapes, location and the reputation of the winemaker are the two most important details when it comes to producing great wine. The characteristics that make Merlot a noble wine worthy of seeking out are its potential for aging, full, ripe berry flavors, plumy or fruitcake middle and, yes, that velvety, plush finish. |
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Castle Rock Columbia Valley Merlot
2008 / 750 ml.
United States | Washington | Columbia ValleyItem #63894 -
Château Barde-Haut Saint-Émilion
2008 / 750 ml.
France | Bordeaux | Saint-ÉmilionItem #64374Limited inventory.
8 bottles or less in stock; we will confirm your order by email. -
Château Boutisse Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
2008 / 750 ml.
France | Bordeaux | Saint-ÉmilionItem #65180 -
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Château d’Issan, Margaux
2005 / 750 ml.
France | Médoc | MargauxItem #48584Limited inventory.
9 bottles or less in stock; we will confirm your order by email. -
Château Faugères Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
2006 / 750 ml.
France | Bordeaux | Saint-Émilion Grand CruItem #59001 -
Château Faugères, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
2005 / 750 ml.
France | Bordeaux | Saint-Émilion Grand CruItem #48458Limited inventory.
5 bottles or less in stock; we will confirm your order by email.
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