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The Herald Scotland
4 days ago
- The Herald Scotland
These merlots are best things to come out of Chile since Pedro Pascal
While Argentina was laying claim to Malbec as their own variety, the Chileans were doing the same with Merlot to the extent that Chilean Merlot became a marketable entity in a way that Merlot from other countries didn't. The style is rich, plummy, generous and not terribly expensive and despite its historic ties with Spain, their winemakers have been far more influenced by France, due to the influx of large numbers of French settlers in the 20th century. They brought knowledge of stainless steel fermentation tanks and the use of oak for aging and created a style distinctive enough to be recognised in its own right. So let's raise a glass to Chilean Merlot Louis Phillipe Edwards Gran Reserva Merlot A high altitude Merlot with black cherries, autumn fruits and a silky texture. An outstanding wine for the price. Well done, Majestic. Majestic Wines £10 per bottle or £9 mixed six Pichikura Merlot, Videos Marchigue 2023 A friend bought me this and I am glad they did. Fresh and lively on the nose with a soft almost mature easy style of fruit and tannins on the palate. Complex, refined and gorgeous. Corney&Barrow, £9.95
The Herald Scotland
25-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Herald Scotland
Good news! The great Merlot plonker outbreak is over
It is of course one of the five classic Bordeaux grapes, and the elixir of Pomerol, but twas the New World that really brought it to our attention and at prices to suit everyone's pocket. The cooler climates like Bordeaux still make the silkier versions for me and that follows in some of the milder climates of Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, but if you want something so lush that it offers the same comfort as a pair of well worn slippers beside a fire, save up your pennies and try something from the Napa valley. Montes Single Vineyard 2022 Merlot, Chile Plummy with soft red fruits and hints of morello cherries. Seriously guys, what's not to like? Majestic Wines, £12 mix six or £13 per bottle Villa Maria Private Bin Merlot, NZ Lush. It reminds me of a decent claret which is probably why I love it. Soft, rounded red fruits with enticing hints of vanilla and spice on the finish. Classy and gorgeous. Waitrose, £13
