Merlot

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

Dark garnet red Merlot from the hillside vineyards in Auer, Neumarkt and Montan. Its bouquet evokes memories of grasses and wild wine. Taut 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

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

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

Bisci can not only produce excellent Verdicchio, but also very appealing Rosso. With the most inexpensive wine in the assortment of the noble winery from the Marche, it has succeeded in making a great hit: Fascinating aroma of red berries, noble wood and herbs, in the background a discreet, smoky component. Precise and taut on the palate, with a wonderful primary fruity core, framed by liquorice and a dried bouquet of Mediterranean herbs. The 20% Sangiovese content provides the necessary freshness and structuring acidity, and together with its fine tannin weave, this respectable red glides harmoniously into an equally respectable final. A really good red for the not everyday days of the week. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Marche Rosso blossoms in the glass with a pretty display of dusty rose, incense, strawberries and cedar spice box. It's silky-smooth, almost creamy in feel, with depths of ripe red berries, licorice and sweet inner herbal tones, all energized by vibrant acidity. A coating of fine tannins punctuates the expression well, as this tapers off lightly structured and perfumed. There's so much balanced pleasure to be found in this blend of 80% Merlot to 20% Sangiovese. However, I recommend another year of cellaring for it to fully blossom." Vinous

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

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

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 metres above sea level and offer ideal conditions for this beautiful Merlot to thrive.

Dark ruby to garnet red. Exuberant aroma of blackberries and wild berries, complemented by a refined spice component. The palate 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 tannin into a respectable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

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 Syrah and Merlot wines, 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 2017 In Violas (Merlot) is soft, plummy and ready to go. Succulent dark cherry, leather, tobacco, spice and earthy tones meld together in this expressive Cortona Merlot. A host of earthy, ferrous notes add character on the finish." Vinous

"A wonderful merlot with ripe-fruit, chocolate and walnut aromas and flavors. Full body, deep and rich fruit, ripe tannins and a rich, chewy finish. Fun to taste now, but better in two or three years when the tannins soften and come together. Big jump in quality. Drink after 2022." James Suckling

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

"Here's a late release Merlot from Sicily that maintains an elegant and poised personality six years after the harvest. The Planeta 2015 Sicilia Menfi Merlot Sito dell'Ulmo offers warm vintage ripeness with cherry liqueur and sun-ripened raspberry. The wine is soft and richly textured with good depth and a long finish that can be counted in minutes. What works best, however, is the elegant approach the wine makes on the senses. It never feels heavy or too extracted." Robert Parker

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

Merlot Siebeneich sparkles in a rich ruby red. On the nose, aromas of cranberries and dried plums, mint and eucalyptus. The spicy taste is just as multifaceted with beautiful fruit. Structured, deep and long. SUPERIORE.DE

Dark ruby garnet, delicately spicy bouquet, juicy cherry notes and delicate caramel. Of elegant texture, with firm tannins and well structured. A round wine and ideal accompaniment to food. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a stand-up Merlot that delivers no more and no less that you should expect of the grape. The Marina Cvetić 2015 Merlot (from the IGT Terre Aquilane appellation) is a soft and layered expression with lots of ripe fruit and sweet back-end notes of cherry and blackberry. The wine's texture is loosely knit and bold, with a broad and wide approach. You get the softness of the sunny 2015 vintage contrasted against the fortitude and stubbornness of the Abruzzo wine character." Robert Parker

Villa Gresti is an exciting cuvée of Merlot and Carmenère that is a very nice balance of fruit intensity, spice, ripe cherry and sweet tobacco. Medium-bodied on the palate, with a softness and a very attractive, drinkable style and a rich, fruit-driven finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Shiny, rich ruby with a slightly brightening rim. Opens on the nose with notes of dark cherry and lots of blackberry, paired with intense spice. On the palate hearty, supple tannin at the core, fine spice, independent." Falstaff

"A very subtle, enticing red that shows dried blackcurrants, dried cedar, walnuts and tobacco. Finely spiced and structured with firm tannins and driven acidity." James Suckling

"The 2015 Villa Gresti di San Leonardo is a blend of Merlot with a dollop of Carmenère from an old vineyard located around Villa Gresti. It opens up with breathtaking aromatics, showing dusty black cherry and wild blueberry with a peppery, herbal infusion, as notes of moist dark soil and roses form. There's a stimulating mixture of acids and salty minerals that offsets its silky textures in a red-fruited display that is more savory than sweet. Tannins build but never get in the way, finishing lifted and refined, with notes of blueberry skins and herbs. Wow. " Vinous