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Italian Red Wine
Bottega Merlot
Bottega4.7(17 reviews)
Bottega Merlot is a velvety Italian red wine from the Veneto region, crafted by the renowned Bottega family. With a deep ruby color and aromas of ripe cherries and plums, it offers a smooth, medium-bodied palate with soft tannins and a lingering finish. Perfect for everyday enjoyment or special occasions.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹1,500/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹60
per 30ml
ABV
12.5%
Region
Italy
Category
Brandy
Type
Premium
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Origin: India
India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
Craftsmanship & Heritage
Bottega Merlot stands as a benchmark within the Brandy landscape. Produced by the legendary Bottega, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the kolkata market.
With an ABV of 12.5%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Cherry, Plum, Vanilla, Soft Tannins, Long Finish.
Flavor Intensity
sweet20%
smokey10%
spicy15%
fruity70%
body50%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Pasta with tomato sauce🧀
Grilled steak🍫
Aged Parmesan“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat is the alcohol content of Bottega Merlot?
Bottega Merlot has an ABV of 12.5%.
QWhat food pairs well with Bottega Merlot?
It pairs excellently with pasta dishes, grilled meats, and soft cheeses.
QWhere is Bottega Merlot produced?
It is produced in the Veneto region of Italy by the Bottega family.
QIs Bottega Merlot a dry or sweet wine?
It is a dry red wine with a smooth, fruity profile.
QWhat is the serving temperature for Bottega Merlot?
Serve at 16-18°C (60-64°F) for best flavor.
Customer Reviews
Real ratings from verified buyers and enthusiasts
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Verified Ratings
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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100% Verified Customer InsightsAll ratings originate from registered purchases within India and local excise beverages corporation outlets.
Latest Customer Feedbacks (3)
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Subhashis Sen
VerifiedSalt Lake, Kolkata • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Salt Lake and picked up Bottega Merlot. At ₹1,500 in Kolkata, this represents incredible value. The notes of Cherry and Plum pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Kosha. Highly recommended!”
AB
Ananya Banerjee
VerifiedPark Street, Kolkata • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Grappa by Bottega. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Cherry and Vanilla. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Park Street was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Kabiraji!”
SM
Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
VerifiedBallygunge, Kolkata • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Bottega's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Plum. At the Kolkata price of ₹1,500, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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