Coastal Oak Merlot (75cl, 13.5%)

Coastal Oak Merlot is a fruit-forward red wine made from the Merlot grape, bottled at 750ml with an ABV typically in the 13-14% range. It leans into Merlot's hallmark softness and generous dark-fruit character. Merlot grapes grown in temperate, maritime-influenced climates tend to retain bright acidity alongside their naturally plush tannin structure, and oak aging adds layers of vanilla and spice. Aroma: ripe black plum and fresh cherry, followed by dried herb, vanilla and gentle earthiness. Palate: soft and fruit-driven, with juicy plum and red berry flavours, moderate tannins, baking spice and cocoa. Finish: medium in length with dark cherry and a faint touch of toasted oak, with tannins resolving smoothly.