Merlot

Very interesting the herbal, intense, well ripened and marked Merlot. A drinking classic, soft and round. SUPERIORE.DE

Dark red with varietal bouquet, slightly peppery and grassy notes. A strong fleshy red wine of beautiful spiciness and balanced fineness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Berry, green-olive and lemon-rind aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with medium chewy tannins and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

Dark red with typical varietal bouquet, slightly peppery and grassy notes. A strong, fleshy red wine with a nice spiciness and balanced finesse. SUPERIORE.DE

"Blueberries and blackcurrants with flowers and spices follow through to a medium body, firm tannins and a crisp finish." James Suckling

Dark garnet red Merlot from the hilly areas of Auer, Neumarkt and Montan. Its bouquet evokes memories of grasses and wild wine. Tight and full-bodied with aromas of dark cherries and blackcurrants. SUPERIORE.DE

Merlot grapes from mineral-rich terroir and the style of Conte Loredan Gasparini produce this wine with unbeatable price-quality ratio. Fine bouquet of cassis, minerals and a tiny hint of vanilla, on the palate harmonious and well balanced, the tannins pithy and yet full of melting, long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Elegant, rich garnet with a delicately brightening rim. In the nose slight reduction, after enough air then delicate vegetal notes, red pepper, citron syrup, fresh raspberries, light leather, tobacco. On the palate with equally light vegetal green spiciness, which, however, prepares high drinking flow, medium-bodied, juicy, gentle after-drying in the back." Falstaff

"An attractive merlot with green olives and blackberries. Some tea leaf, tobacco and bark, too. Its medium-to full-bodied with chewy tannins and a fruity finish." James Suckling

Sparkling ruby violet, smells exciting, lots of rich fruit, plus fine spices. Plump on the palate, of cassis and dark cherries, underpinned with fine tannin, very clear and straightforward. SUPERIORE.DE

"Currants and berries with hints of fresh herbs and tobacco on the nose. Full-bodied with velvety tannins and plenty of chocolate and currants." James Suckling

The grapes of this 100% Merlot come from a single vineyard of Brancaias Maremma-Dependance, certified organic since 2020. Three months of ageing on the fine lees results in a polished, mineral rosato in a class of its own. Bright salmon pink, fragrance of floral notes and watermelon, ends precisely and long with a fresh, well-dosed acidity and fine melting. SUPERIORE.DE

"Delicately shimmering copper with a touch of gold. Fine meadow herbs envelop the nose, then ripe cranberries, some sea buckthorn and delicate fumé. Spans finely over the tongue, harmonious, clear, delicate minerality, stoffig with delicate melting in the drink, reverberates on fine fruit play, beautiful interpretation." Falstaff

"A fresh, layered red with cherry and citrus aromas and flavors. Medium body. Creamy texture and a minerally aftertaste. Lively." James Suckling

Dark, clear cherry red. Discreet nose of red berries with a spicy component. Medium-bodied on the palate with a nice structure, spicy-juicy taste with good length. SUPERIORE.DE

Dark colour, sweet fruit notes and delicate herbal spice. On the palate powerful, complex, with wild berry flavours and fine present tannins. Black berries and some caramel in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense and bright ruby red. Characteristic, delicately sweet fragrance with hints of plum jam, tobacco, hay and coffee. The taste is dry and soft, spicy and harmonious with a fruity blackberry and plum component. Very concentrated and typical, this Merlot with super wood spice leads into a respectable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Boscarelli's Merlot smells very complex and pleasant of ripe blueberries and plums, a little smoky and of roasted nuts. Firm and powerful on the palate, ripe, juicy, tart fruit and youthful but polished tannin. Wonderfully persistent, long, spicy and soft. SUPERIORE.DE

The "Collection" line is vinified from harvested grapes from selected and sun-drenched sites and stands for complex, straightforward wines with a strong emphasis on terroir. The vineyards of the comrades are located in Siebeneich and Bozen at 300 meters above sea level and offer ideal conditions for the flourishing of this beautiful Merlot.

Dark ruby to garnet red. Smells exuberant of blackberry and wild berries, complemented by a refined spice component. In the drink it is elegant, finely fruity, almost polished. This Merlot is not at all plump like so many representatives of this grape variety - it is medium-bodied, finely accentuated and leads with fine-pored tannins into a respectable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, he grew up in the family-owned Osteria ai Pompieri and had his first professional experiences as a fireman and later as a truck driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and love of wine, he began to devote himself to wine production in his parents' farm and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. The historic label at the time included the drawing of his fire engine, which he also used to deliver the wine to customers. With the current 2019 vintage, the winery is reflecting on these historical roots and is reintroducing the cute drawing on some of its wine labels.

Garnet-purple coloured Merlot with a warm scent of crisp plums and ripe blackberries, plus earthy nuances and a hint of clove. Slender but full-bodied on the palate, all components wonderfully harmonised. SUPERIORE.DE

"Always a beautiful and very drinkable merlot with red fruit, black walnut and chocolate that follow through to a full body and balanced finish." James Suckling

De Piano sounds like music and is the old Latin name of Eppan and the eponym for the winery's first red cuvée. The composition of Merlot and Cabernet, both vinified separately and only blended after one year of ageing, is bursting with density, power and fruit fullness. Silky tannins and expressive length inspire the wine lover. SUPERIORE.DE

South of Margreid lies the "15er" site, which is characterised by deposits of the Fenner stream and the Etsch river and has been largely planted with Merlot vines since 1957. Its site enjoys particularly good aeration due to the warm wind from Lake Garda, the Ora, which gives the wine a filigree structure and great finesse. Cherry red with ruby shimmer. Impressive bouquet of concentrated fruits, pepper and vegetal notes. Pleasantly medium-bodied, precise and balanced, with a fine hint of bittersweet and a convincing freshness. SUPERIORE.DE

The DOC Cortona, which has existed since 1999, is famous for its single-varietal Syrahs and Merlots, whose vines thrive excellently on the Pliocene clayey soils. Since 2006, the Carletti family has also been involved in this appellation, which was quite unknown until today, and their Merlot Il Violas is now known beyond the borders of Italy and has many lovers.

Dense, dark ruby with violet reflections. On the nose, an open-hearted bouquet of black berry fruits, sandalwood, rosemary and with fine spice. The texture coats the palate, warm, intense and rich of dark fruits, chocolate, plum and redcurrant. In Violas is a generous and deep red that just calls out for a Bistecca Fiorentina and gives much pleasure. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2016 In Violas is a bold, savory wine. Dried cherry, leather scorched earth, licorice and lavender add savory overtones to this firm, brooding Merlot." Vinous

"Black olives and berries on the nose and palate. Full body. Round and juicy with a flavorful finish. Shows focus and beauty." James Suckling

"The Poliziano 2016 Cortona Merlot in Violas pours from the bottle with a dark and thickly concentrated appearance. The wine opens to rich fruit, plum, blackberry, rosemary essence and a touch of dried mint. The tannins show some fine texture or graininess on the close, but the richness of the mouthfeel washes smoothly over any rough edges. This wine has the depth and width to pair with a succulent steak in cream and pepper sauce." Robert Parker

Bright ruby red with violet reflexes. In the bouquet notes of fresh berry compote, cherry and spicy hints, in addition sweet cedar and a breath vanilla. In the drink a beautiful texture, rich and filling, with fascinating silky tannins, persistent in the final. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense and enveloping fragrance pleasure of blackberry and dark fruits and cocoa. On the palate, memorable, sturdy fruit and taut tannins give this Merlot its unique elegance. Pleasantly round, long and with traces of mint on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Strong garnet red with black reflexes. Distinctive nuances of ripe wild berries, blueberry jam, some malt coffee and dark chocolate, toasted aromas on the nose. Spans a broad dress on the palate, with grippy tannin, shows fresh play, well-integrated use of wood, lingers long with fine spice." Falstaff

A delight for lovers of supple red wines and the second wine of Cotarella's Tenuta Montiano. Deep ruby red, slightly sweet notes of ripe blackberries and black cherries on the nose, some coffee, spices, vanilla and subtle toasted aromas. Pure and clear in the mouth, soft but powerful tannins, long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich shining ruby red. In the nose rich berry fruit, of wild berries, rose hips, cranberries, underlaid with a hint of noble spice. On the palate with a sweet fruit core and tight tannin, elegantly spans the tongue, harmonious final." Falstaff

"A medium-to full-bodied red with aromas of dried flowers, peaches, plums, bark and chocolate orange. Firm, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. Structured and flavorful." James Suckling

"The Cotarella family was especially attracted to the idea of making Merlot in Lazio thanks to the volcanic soils commonly found in this region. Since 2015, when they made their first vintage, the family has worked to hone in on the special qualities of these soils. The Falesco Famiglia Cotarella 2018 Merlot Sodale is indeed electric and energized with bright berry fruit and lifted aromas of dark mineral and grilled herb. This Merlot shows more saltiness than it does overt sweetness. To the palate, it is earthy, compact and deep. You get terrific value here." Robert Parker