SCORE :
79
Price:
₹ ₹1,050/- (MH)
VALUE FOR Price:
★★★★
Crafted at Vallonné Vineyards in Igatpuri, Maharashtra, the Syrah Merlot is a blend of two versatile red wine grapes, combining the best of both to create a wine rich in black fruit and spice with pleasant tannins.
Region:
Nashik, Maharashtra
Visual Review
It shows up in a black-tie robe of deep ruby, refuses to be see-through, and makes no apologies for its intense, brooding presence. It looks like it means business, and thankfully, it delivers.
Aroma Review
The nose doesn’t scream for attention, but it sure knows how to keep you interested. There’s a rich mix of plum and blackberry, just ripe enough to charm, backed by an earthy leather note that throws in some grit. It’s the kind of aroma that makes you feel like you’ve walked into a velvet-walled library and someone just uncorked a good story.
Taste Review
On the palate, the wine stretches out and takes its time. Medium body, with a comforting heat that’s more warming fire than blazing sun. The acidity and tannins are measured, never sharp or showy, think of them as the solid rhythm section letting the fruit play lead. There’s a confident balance between all elements, a strong flavor presence that knows exactly what it’s doing, and a texture that glides like a silk scarf caught in a breeze.
It’s not just a quick fling either, this one lingers. The finish is long, pleasant, and reminds you why you started drinking wine in the first place. It doesn’t try to juggle too many flavours but plays a smart, layered hand with just enough complexity to keep things interesting. And with the kind of structure it has, we wouldn’t be surprised if it keeps getting better with age.
Vallonné Syrah Merlot isn’t loud, but it’s got style, depth, and plenty of reasons to pour a second glass. Maybe even a third.
Availability:
Any wineshop
Food Pairing :
- Grilled lamb chops, Roast duck, Braised beef, Barbecue ribs, Rogan josh, Laal maas
- Mushroom risotto, Eggplant parmesan, Baingan bharta, Paneer tikka masala, Rajma
- Aged cheddar, Gouda, Blue cheese, Kalari cheese, Amul sharp cheddar
- Dark chocolate tart, Black forest cake, Gulab jamun with a twist, Spiced plum cake
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