Phantom River Merlot 2020
Phantom River Merlot 2020 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot (Chile), in the juicy, fruity reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is none. Good with barbecue, cheese board, lamb, roast chicken. Cheapest offer £7.96 at Slurp.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Château Le Fagé Merlot, Bergerac 2023 Château Le Fagé · South West | £14.90 | |||
| Lapostolle Cuvee Alexandre Merlot 2022 Lapostolle · Apalta | £18.67 | |||
| Dominio de Eguren, Protocolo Tinto Tempranillo 2024 Dominio de Eguren | £11.30 | |||
| Rioja Vega Tinto, Rioja 2024 Rioja Vega · Rioja | £11.90 |
#html-body [data-pb-style=NOAFOC3]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll} This popular unoaked Merlot from Chile is great value for money. Named after a mysterious sighting by a fisherman (a phantom??!), this is produced with grapes from Chile's Central Valley, an area perfect for growing vines. The wine is made in a fresh and upfront style for easy drinking, and is packed full of ripe plum and red berry fruits.