Unpretentious and dependable.
Yellow Tail is one of the world’s most recognised wine labels, and the Merlot is made in a plush, fruit-forward style. This is the 2008 vintage, so the fruit has softened with age. Not a wine to ponder, but right for pizza night and casual get-togethers.
Tastes like: Ripe plum and raspberry, with mocha, sweet spice and soft oak.
Feels like: Medium-bodied and dry, with soft tannins, gentle acidity and a light touch of oak.
Great with: Burgers, spaghetti bolognese, BBQ chicken, meatloaf.
Singapore and Asian favourites: Char siew rice, satay, sweet and sour pork.
The geeky bit: Merlot from the warm vineyards of South Eastern Australia.
Why we like it: Smooth, easy and always game to please.
Serve: 16 to 18°C. Room temperature in Singapore is too warm for red wine, so give it 20 minutes in the fridge first. Stand upright for a day, decant gently off any sediment and serve soon after.
Alcohol: 13.5%
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