{"title":"Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003eMerlot is the wine that made red Bordeaux friendly. Where Cabernet Sauvignon is firm and slow to open, Merlot ripens earlier and gives softer tannins, rounder texture and generous plum and black cherry fruit. It is the grape to reach for when you want something plush and welcoming tonight, yet at the top level it makes some of the most profound reds on earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMerlot's home on Bordeaux's Right Bank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMerlot reaches its greatest heights in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/a\u003e, on the Right Bank around Saint-Émilion and Pomerol. Cool clay soils suit an early-ripening grape, and in Pomerol the celebrated seam of iron-rich blue clay gives wines of extraordinary depth, with Pétrus the most coveted of all. Expect velvety texture, ripe plum, black cherry and a savoury note of truffle and cocoa. Saint-Émilion folds in limestone for a more structured style, and estates such as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/angelus\"\u003eChâteau Angélus\u003c\/a\u003e blend Merlot with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cabernet-franc\"\u003eCabernet Franc\u003c\/a\u003e for perfume and lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlending partner and New World star\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the Left Bank, Merlot plays the supporting role, softening the tannic backbone of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/a\u003e in the classic Médoc blend. Follow the grape beyond France and it becomes a headline act in its own right: warm, fruit-forward and full-bodied in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california\"\u003eCalifornia\u003c\/a\u003e, and more restrained, herb-tinged and food-friendly in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chile\"\u003eChile\u003c\/a\u003e. That is why Merlot carries an approachable reputation and a serious one at once, depending entirely on where it grows and who makes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMerlot FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat food pairs with Merlot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoast chicken, pork, lamb and mushroom dishes are naturals, and a plush Merlot loves a rare steak or a wedge of hard cheese. Lighter, cooler-climate bottlings even work with salmon or seared tuna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I drink Merlot now or cellar it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Merlot is delicious young, which is much of its charm. The best Pomerol and Saint-Émilion, though, can improve for a decade or two, deepening into plum, chocolate and truffle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Merlot a serious wine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be both. Everyday Merlot is soft and easy, but the great Right Bank estates prove it belongs among the world's finest reds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2016-eredi-fuligni-joanni-merlot","title":"2016 Eredi Fuligni Joanni Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom one of Montalcino’s most respected Brunello producers comes a very different expression of the estate’s terroir: the 2016 Eredi Fuligni Joanni Merlot. Crafted as a true “Super Tuscan,” this is a pure Merlot grown on the slopes traditionally reserved for Sangiovese, resulting in a wine that marries Tuscan energy with Right Bank richness. Produced only in outstanding vintages, Joanni is a rare, high-end cuvée that showcases just how refined and complex Merlot can be in Montalcino’s unique landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2016 Joanni presents a deep, saturated ruby core with subtle garnet reflections, promising concentration and maturity without heaviness. The nose opens with vivid aromas of ripe plum and blueberry, layered with dark cherries, blackcurrant, and a swirl of sweet spices—vanilla, clove, and a hint of cocoa—framed by delicate floral tones and a whisper of tobacco.\n\nOn the palate, this is supple and generous yet impressively structured, often described as a distinctly Italian take on Pomerol. Juicy black and blue fruits are wrapped in polished, firm tannins that feel both ripe and finely etched. Notes of dark chocolate, licorice, and toasted oak complement a lifted, spicy acidity that gives the wine precision and “punch,” carrying it through a long, elegant finish with a lingering floral and mineral imprint. The 2016 vintage, one of the great years in Montalcino, endows this Merlot with both immediate charm and serious aging potential; it will drink beautifully now with proper aeration and should continue to evolve gracefully over the next 10–15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJoanni is sourced from a small, historic Merlot vineyard that has belonged to the Fuligni estate for decades, tucked into the rolling hills of Montalcino where rocky, well-drained soils and significant diurnal shifts yield grapes of striking concentration and freshness. The Merlot is carefully harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, with strict selection to ensure only the finest clusters make it into the final wine. In the cellar, Joanni is vinified with the same attention to detail as Fuligni’s top Brunellos, followed by an extended maturation of around three years in French oak barrels, which imparts subtle spice, texture, and complexity. After barrel aging, the wine rests for an additional year in bottle before release, allowing the various elements—fruit, tannin, oak, and acidity—to knit together into a harmonious whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis refined Super Tuscan Merlot is a natural partner for rich, savory dishes such as braised lamb shanks, beef short ribs, Tuscan-style roasted pork, game birds, or a classic bistecca alla fiorentina. It also pairs beautifully with wild mushroom risotto, truffle-infused dishes, aged Pecorino, and other firm, mature cheeses. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) for optimal expression of aroma and texture. Decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended in its youth to soften the tannins and fully unfurl the wine’s dark fruit, spice, and floral complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEredi Fuligni is one of the benchmark producers of Montalcino, consistently recognized by leading critics such as Robert Parker and James Suckling for the precision and elegance of its Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino. The estate’s roots in the area stretch back generations, and its vineyards occupy some of the appellation’s most privileged sites, where the combination of altitude, soils, and meticulous viticulture yields wines of depth and longevity. With Joanni, first released in 2015 and produced only in exceptional vintages, Fuligni has expanded its range beyond Sangiovese to explore the potential of Merlot on Montalcino’s hills, crafting a limited-production Super Tuscan that has quickly become a sought-after reference for high-class Tuscan Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fuligni","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251802820945,"sku":"GCW-FULI-16601-1","price":59.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2016_Eredi_Fuligni_Joanni_Merlot.png?v=1783441513"},{"product_id":"2020-pfitscher-alto-adige-merlot-riserva-cortazo-brenntal","title":"2020 Pfitscher Alto Adige Merlot Riserva Cortazo Brenntal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Pfitscher Alto Adige Merlot Riserva Cortazo Brenntal is a single-vineyard expression that showcases the warm Brenntal site in Cortaccia, one of Alto Adige’s most prized locations for structured reds. Combining mountain freshness with Mediterranean ripeness, this Merlot delivers depth, elegance, and a distinctly Alpine character. Produced in tiny quantities with individually numbered bottles, it’s a collectible wine that has earned consistent 90+ scores from critics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the Riserva Cortazo shows a vibrant hue between ruby red and violet, hinting at both concentration and freshness. The nose opens with delicate floral notes of violets, followed by ripe blueberries and dark forest fruits, supported by subtle spice and a gentle, refined oak influence.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied and powerful, yet poised, with fine-grained tannins that feel polished rather than rustic. Juicy dark berry fruit is layered with nuances of plum, a touch of cocoa, and quietly integrated oak. The finish is long, velvety and supple, leaving a persistent impression of ripe fruit and delicate spice. Thanks to the natural acidity afforded by the day–night temperature swings in Brenntal and its careful élevage, this 2020 has the structure to age gracefully for 8–12 years from vintage, gaining further complexity and silkier texture with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Merlot grapes for Riserva Cortazo come exclusively from the Brenntal vineyard in Cortaccia, a steep, sun-bathed site in Alto Adige known as one of the region’s warmest microclimates. Here, the combination of heat-retaining soils and significant diurnal temperature variation allows the fruit to achieve excellent ripeness while preserving aromatic lift and freshness. Harvested by hand to ensure only perfectly mature, healthy berries are selected, the grapes undergo fermentation and maceration in tank over approximately 14 days to extract color, aroma, and fine tannins. After fermentation, the wine is matured for 12 months in small oak barrels, where it gains structure, complexity, and a polished texture before being bottled as a limited single-vineyard cuvée of just 2,283 individually numbered bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Merlot Riserva is a natural match for rich, savory dishes such as grilled or pan-seared steak, braised beef, venison, and other game, as well as roasted game birds like pheasant or guinea fowl. Its structure and intensity also pair beautifully with aged, hard cheeses. For optimal enjoyment, serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F). 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The nose across the trio moves from the refined tertiary notes of the 1990—cedar, cigar box, dried flowers, and earthy forest floor—to the rich cassis, graphite, and subtle truffle nuances of the 2000, and finally to the pure, focused blackcurrant, violets, tobacco leaf, and mineral-laced aromas of the 2010. Classic Pauillac signatures of pencil shavings, fine oak and subtle spice weave through all three vintages.\n\nOn the palate, the 1990 is silky, harmonious and fully integrated, with resolved tannins and savory, complex flavors of mature dark fruit, leather and spice. The 2000 combines power and elegance, with concentrated black fruit, superb structure, and a long, layered finish that is just entering its prime drinking window. The 2010 is precise, muscular and tightly knit, with vibrant acidity, firm yet ultra-fine tannins and enormous depth, built for very long aging. 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While already impressive in its depth and harmony, it is built to evolve for decades, with the structure to reward long cellaring and the complexity to continue unfolding well into mid-21st century maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Montrose lies on a rare single-block 95-hectare estate in Saint-Estèphe, where gravelly soils over clay provide ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon, the backbone of the vineyard. The site’s continuous, unified layout allows for careful parcel-by-parcel monitoring and precise vineyard management. 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