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- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Zilzie
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Zilzie 'Selection 23' Merlot 2020"As with all Zilzie wines, this represents outstanding value and superb qualit..."$9.99 -
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James Halliday93 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Bird in Hand
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Bird in Hand Merlot 2010"Made from the Adelaide Hills based winery Bird in Hand, nice example of the s..."$29.99 -
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- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 1996
- Brand Brian Barry
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Brian Barry Juds Hill Vineyard Merlot 1996"Brian Barry is an industry veteran with a wealth of winemaking and show judgi..."$20.00 -
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 1998
- Brand Capel Vale
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Capel Vale Merlot 1998"A pioneer of the West Australian wine industry, Capel Vale was first planted ..."$11.99 -
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 1996
- Brand Charles Cimicky
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Charles Cimicky Merlot 1996"Come and experience Cimicky Winery, the Hidden Gem of the Barossa. A stunning..."$15.00 -
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James Suckling99 points
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Jeb Dunnuck100 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Chateau Angelus
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Chateau Angelus Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2018"Château Angélus is a Premier Grand Cru Classé A estate on south-facing slopes..."$1,000.00 -
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James Suckling97 points
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Robert Parker's98 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Chateau Canon
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Chateau Canon 2016"Château Canon is a Premier Grand Cru Classé château in Saint-Émilion, Bordeau..."$329.00 -
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Lisa Perrotti-B99 points
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James Suckling99 points
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Antonio Galloni99 points
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Jeb Dunnuck99 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Chateau Figeac
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Chateau Figeac 2018"One of the great names and terroirs of Saint Emilion whose wines exude class ..."$640.00 -
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Decanter91-93 points
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Wine Enthusiast91-93 points
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Antonio Galloni91-93 points
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The Wine Advoca91-93+ points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Chateau Franc Mayne
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Chateau Franc Mayne 2019"A Grand Cru Classe of Saint-Emilion, Chateau Franc Mayne enjoys an exceptiona..."$79.00 -
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James Suckling98 points
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Decanter97 points
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Jeb Dunnuck97 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2005
- Brand Chateau la Conseillante
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Chateau La Conseillante 2005""The fruit is forward and precocious, but there is enough stuffing, structure..."$799.00 -
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Robert Parker's95 points
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Neal Martin94 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2008
- Brand Chateau la Conseillante
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Chateau La Conseillante 2008"An exquisite bouquet of incense, raspberry jam, kirsch, licorice, and hints o..."$475.00 -
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James Suckling95 points
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Robert Parker's95 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Chateau La Fleur de Gay
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Chateau La Fleur de Gay 2009"Château La Fleur de Gay is a Bordeaux red wine made in the Pomerol appellatio..."$200.00 -
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- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 1970
- Brand Chateau Petrus
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chateau Petrus 1970"The panoply of exotic aromas and flavors typically encompasses black raspberr..."$7,000.00 -
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Wine Spectator94 points
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Wine Enthusiast94 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 1971
- Brand Chateau Petrus
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chateau Petrus 1971"The panoply of exotic aromas and flavors typically encompasses black raspberr..."$7,000.00 -
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Jeannie Cho Lee98 points
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Jancis Robinson97 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 1990
- Brand Chateau Petrus
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chateau Petrus 1990"The 1990 Petrus remains incredibly young, one of the least evolved wines of t..."$12,000.00 -
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Lisa Perrotti-B100 points
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James Suckling99-100 points
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Jeannie Cho Lee99 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Chateau Petrus
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chateau Petrus 2016"The 2016 Pétrus just coats the tongue right away with alluring raspberry and ..."$7,500.00 -
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James Suckling92 points
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Jeb Dunnuck90 points
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Vinous89 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Chateau-Saintayme
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Chateau Saintayme 2018"From the team of Denis Durantou, the 2018 Saintayme (100% Merlot brought up i..."$38.85 -
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- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 1997
- Brand Coldstream Hills
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Coldstream Hills Reserve Yarra Valley Merlot 1997"Winemaker Notes The colour of the Coldstream Hills Merlot is bright and heal..."$34.99 -
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Elderton Wines
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Elderton Estate Merlot 2019"The 2019 vintage shows how superb Merlot can be in Australia, when handled we..."$29.99 -
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Giesen Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Giesen Merlot 2020"Giesen's Estate Merlot is a wine that's very approachable in youth and suitab..."$15.99 -
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Sam Kim90 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Giesen Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.4% Alcohol
Giesen Merlot 2020"A generous, smooth Merlot from the Hawke's Bay wine region, Giesen's Estate M..."$15.99 -
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- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 1996
- Brand Haan Wines
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Haan Prestige Merlot 1996"Abundant soft tannins give the wine length and persistence, while the plum an..."$60.01 -
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Campbell Mattin93 points
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Gary Walsh93 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Hickinbotham
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Hickinbotham Clarendon Vineyard 'the Revivalist' Merlot 2014"Great Merlot is as elusive as it is seductive and when selecting parcels for ..."$79.99 -
Red Wine
Red wine is made from dark-colored grape varieties. The juice from these grapes is used to make red wine, and during the fermentation process, the juice is in contact with the grape skins, which gives red wine its color. The most common types of red wine include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz/Syrah. The flavors of red wine can range from fruity to spicy, and the tannins (a naturally occurring compound that can make wine taste dry) can range from low to high. Red wine is typically served at room temperature and is often paired with red meat and strong cheeses.
Red wine is typically aged in oak barrels before it is bottled, which can add flavors and aromas such as vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The aging process can also affect the tannins and acidity of the wine, making it taste smoother and more balanced. Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry. In addition, there are also variations in red wine depending on the region of production, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.
Red wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "cold soak" techniques to extract more color and flavor from the grapes. Cold soak is a method in which the grapes are left to macerate in the juice at a low temperature for a period of time before fermentation, this can extract more color and flavor from the grape skins without extracting too much tannin from the seeds. Other winemakers use "whole cluster fermentation" techniques to extract more complexity and depth from the wine. Whole cluster fermentation refers to fermenting the grapes with the stems included, which can add more tannin and structure to the wine.
The alcohol content of red wine can vary, but it is typically around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some red wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Zinfandel wines produced in California can reach up to 16% alcohol by volume.
The flavor and aroma of red wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Pinot Noir from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and fruity flavors, while a Shiraz from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more spicy and black pepper profile.
Different styles of red wine can be enjoyed at different occasions, for example, some red wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, a young and fresh Beaujolais wine made from Gamay grapes can be consumed within a year or two, while a Bordeaux wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can be aged for several years.
Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry.
Different regions also have their signature red wines, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.