Description

Kaiken Ultra Merlot

🏷️ Summary

A bold and polished Argentine Merlot from the Uco Valley, Kaiken Ultra Merlot combines ripe dark fruit, refined structure and smooth tannins to deliver a rich yet balanced red wine. Ideal for pairing with hearty dishes or enjoying on its own, this wine reflects the quality and terroir of high-altitude Mendoza.

🍇 Tasting Notes

Deep ruby with purple reflections. On the nose, expect enticing aromas of black cherry, plum and ripe red berries, layered with subtle notes of spice, chocolate and cedary oak. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with concentrated fruit, velvety tannins and a lingering, smooth finish that highlights gentle oak and soft red-fruit richness.

🍽️ Food Pairing

Perfect with grilled steaks, roast lamb, beef brisket, rich stews, tomato-based pastas and cheddar or Manchego. Also pairs well with charcuterie boards and slow-cooked dishes. Serve at 16–18 °C to reveal its depth and complexity.

🏡 Winemaking & Story

Produced by Kaiken, a respected Argentine winery known for high-quality, terroir-driven wines. Ultra Merlot is crafted from vineyards in the Uco Valley where high altitude and cool nights help preserve freshness and aromatic clarity in the grapes.

The wine undergoes careful fermentation and a period of ageing in oak barrels to add texture, complexity and finesse without overpowering the varietal fruit. The result is a Merlot that’s bold, refined and beautifully balanced.

⚙️ Product Details

• Producer: Kaiken

• Wine Name: Ultra Merlot

• Region: Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina

• Grape Variety: 100% Merlot

• ABV: ~14.5%

• Style: Dry, medium- to full-bodied red

• Closure: Screw cap

• Bottle Size: 75 cl

• Allergens: Contains sulphites

• Dietary Info: Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

• Serving Temp: 16–18 °C

• Aging Potential: 5–8 years