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Vampire Merlot 750ml - Item Code: 07596
Tasting Notes and Characteristics:
The first sip of Vampire Merlot 750ml wraps your senses in a plush embrace of ripe black cherry and subtle cocoa, inviting you to linger over its velvety texture. Crafted in the United States, this Merlot delivers a balanced profile with soft tannins and a whisper of vanilla from gentle oak aging, making each glass feel like an indulgent escape. With an alcohol by volume of 13.50%, it’s the perfect companion for hearty lamb dishes or earthy mushroom risotto, where its juicy fruit notes and smooth finish elevate every bite. This bottle captures the essence of American Merlot—approachable yet layered, ideal for both quiet evenings and lively gatherings.
Producer Information: Vampire Vineyards
Vampire Vineyards, founded in the early 1980s by Michael Machat, emerged from the heart of California’s Central Coast wine country, drawing inspiration from both Old World winemaking traditions and a flair for gothic storytelling. Rooted in Paso Robles and Santa Maria Valley terroirs, the winery crafts wines that reflect the region’s sun-drenched climate and diverse soils, focusing on varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. Their production style emphasizes sustainable vineyard practices and minimal intervention to preserve natural fruit character. Beyond their flagship Vampire wines, they produce Fangria—a red sangria blend—Trueblood Wines with a focus on premium single-vineyard expressions, as well as Dracula-branded spirits including vodka and brandy that echo their thematic approach while showcasing California-grown ingredients.
Ordering and Delivery Options for this Merlot
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Store Address:
Broadway Liquor & Wine Warehouse
5790 Broadway, Bronx, NY 10463, United States.
This is an extraordinary merlot with such purity and focus. Flowers such as violets and hints of orange peel. It is full-bodied yet incredibly energetic and structured. The finish goes on for minutes. Seamless texture. Fresh yet dense. Contrasty. Best Redigaffi ever. Hard not to drink now but a wine for decades.
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Wilfred Wong
COMMENTARY: One of the most amazing wines I have ever tasted—thanks to James Suckling and the producers for making this wine available to evaluate at the Great Wines of Italy tasting in San Francisco. When I first got to this wine, I was already aware that JS had given this wine 100 points. I was ready to taste and be skeptical as I am supposed to be, but this wine stole the show, now I can't get it out of my mind. While it started out slowly, it quickly took center stage and made my palate stand at attention. TASTING NOTES: The 2015 Tua Rita Redigaffi is one of the world's greatest Merlots. Intense in color and concentrated with blue and black fruits, this oak-accented full-bodied red shows incredible balance and class. The wine's completeness is undeniable. (Tasted: March 11, 2018, San Francisco, CA)
98
Decanter
This has a youthful nose dominated by exotic oak notes of cedar, incense, cigar box and cinnamon, interlaced with bright floral notes of violets, ripe blackcurrants and cream. It shows fantastic precision and intensity of flavour and aroma, with beautifully refined tannins, huge concentration and a seductively silky texture, gliding effortlessly across the palate. This wine is still very much a baby, but is already an obvious beauty! This 2015 vintage has everything going for it; it's so seductive and is approachable young, but will benefit from cellaring and will last for at least 20 years or more.
Drinking Window 2019 - 2040
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
No surprise, Tua Rita delivers yet another unbelievable edition of its legendary Merlot from Coastal Tuscany. The 2015 Redigaffi is a blockbuster, a beautiful and expressive blockbuster at that. This vintage delivers a unique level of intensity and power that is very much linked to the easily ripened fruit obtained in this warm and sunny vintage. Despite that inner bulk and power, the wine reveals an elegant sense of harmony and depth. Etched mineral or graphite notes segue to black fruit, spice, leather, mocha and toasted espresso bean. The wine is structured and firm in terms of mouthfeel.
Merlot is a popular red wine grape variety known for its smooth texture and fruit-forward flavor profile. Characterized by notes of black cherry, plum, chocolate, and raspberry, it often features aromas of blackberry, vanilla, cedar, tobacco, and green bell pepper. This medium to full-bodied wine is typically produced in renowned regions such as Bordeaux in France, California in the USA, Chile, Italy’s Tuscany region, and Australia.
The winemaking techniques for Merlot include cold maceration and fermentation in stainless steel or oak barrels to enhance its complexity. Malolactic fermentation is commonly employed to soften the wine’s tannins. Merlot pairs beautifully with grilled meats like beef and lamb, roasted vegetables, pasta with red sauce, and duck dishes. Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for casual dining occasions such as barbecues and family gatherings while appealing to both seasoned red wine enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
