-9%Antares Merlot 75cl
★★★★ 4.0 (1 review)Save KSh 130 · 9% off
Pour this and you get a glass of plush red fruit, soft as a cushion, zero homework required. It's the bottle for a Tuesday that needs rescuing or a Friday that's already going well. Cherry, plum, a little dusting of cinnamon, and tannins so gentle they basically wave you in. Chilean Merlot doing exactly what it should, and we'll have it at your door fast.
First sniff is ripe red fruit, think plums and cherries with a few strawberries thrown in, plus a warm hint of cinnamon spice. On the tongue it's smooth and rounded, that same juicy fruit up front with soft, easygoing tannins (the grippy, dry-your-mouth bit in red wine) that keep everything mellow. It finishes clean and pleasant, no harsh edges, nothing to overthink. Medium-bodied, dry, and genuinely friendly.
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Where it's from
Antares is a Chilean label named after the bright red star that anchors the southern sky, and it's made by Santa Carolina under Carolina Wine Brands, one of Chile's long-running winehouses. The grapes come off vineyards in the Central Valley, where warm dry summers and cool winters ripen Merlot beautifully. It's fermented in stainless steel to keep that fruit clean and fresh, then bottled to drink now rather than age. Honest, sunny, everyday Chilean red.
Good to know
- What is the price of Antares Merlot 75cl?
Antares Merlot 75cl is KSh 1,269 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for delivery in 30 minutes for most areas in Nairobi, or next day countrywide.
- What does Antares Merlot 75cl taste like?
Ripe cherry and plum with a touch of strawberry and a warm cinnamon note. It's smooth and dry with soft tannins and a clean, easy finish.
- What is the ABV of Antares Merlot?
It's 13% alcohol by volume, a comfortable middle-of-the-road strength for a red.
- How should I serve Antares Merlot?
Slightly cool, around 16 to 18°C. Pop it in the fridge for about 20 minutes before serving and pour into a standard red wine glass.
- What food pairs with Antares Merlot?
Brilliant with nyama choma, grilled chicken, tomato pasta and pizza, or roast pork. The soft fruit plays nicely with most grilled and saucy dishes.
- Where is Antares Merlot from?
Chile, specifically the Central Valley. It's made by Santa Carolina under Carolina Wine Brands.
- Is Antares Merlot sweet or dry?
It's a dry red. The fruit is so ripe and juicy it can read as fruity, but there's no real sweetness in the glass.
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Antares Merlot 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Antares Merlot 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 1,269. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.
