Murfatlar Hora Merlot (75cl, 13.5%)

A fruit-forward red wine made entirely from Merlot, from the Murfatlar vineyard region on Romania's Black Sea coast. The vineyard spans over 3,000 hectares across Murfatlar, Medgidia and Cernavoda, between the Black Sea and the Danube River, with limestone and clay soils and a maritime microclimate that tempers summer heat and helps retain natural acidity. The wine is bottled at 13.5% ABV in a 750ml format. The maritime influence gives Murfatlar Merlots a distinctive softness and approachable character, with sea breezes contributing to the wine's gentle profile. On the nose there is medium intensity with ripe red fruit at the forefront and gentle berry notes without heavy oak or spice. The palate is soft and fruit-driven, with low tannins and restrained acidity leading toward ripe plum and cherry. The finish is moderate in length with a clean, fruit-tinged fadeout and no harsh tannic grip.