In Situ Rio Alto Classic Merlot 2023
750 ml Merlot 2023
In Situ Rio Alto Classic Merlot 2023 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot, in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, steak.
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£11.75
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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.5
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
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body
4 / 5
full
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tannin
3 / 5
moderate
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acidity
3 / 5
moderate
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oak
3 / 5
some
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Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Rich, smooth reds
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Colour
Red
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Origin
not stated
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Grapes
Merlot
lexicon
ABV
not stated by merchant
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Farming
not stated
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Vegan
yes
merchant description
Critic score
none
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Drinking window
not stated
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Decant
not stated
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Food
inferred from grape and style
Occasions
dinner party · steak night
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About Merlot
Typical aromas: plum, blackberry, black cherry, chocolate. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
knowledge base
Typical for Merlot · knowledge base
Sweetness
bone dryluscious
Body
lightfull
Tannin
lowhigh
Acidity
lowhigh
Oak
noneheavy
Alcohol
lowhigh
Typical for the variety; not a measurement of this bottle.
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Merchant's description
With a bright red colour with plum and cherry aromas, this Merlot has the characteristic smooth tannins of the Aconcagua valley, with hints of spice and a fruit finish. In Situ Family Vineyards
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