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Medium-Bodied Red Wine
Stival Merlot
Stival5(18 reviews)
Stival Merlot is a smooth, medium-bodied red wine from India, offering ripe plum and blackberry flavors with a hint of vanilla. Crafted from carefully selected grapes, it delivers a velvety texture and a lingering finish, perfect for everyday enjoyment.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹800/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹32
per 30ml
ABV
13.5%
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
Stival Merlot stands as a benchmark within the Brandy landscape. Produced by the legendary Stival, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence.
With an ABV of 13.5%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Ripe plum, Blackberry, Vanilla, Soft tannins, Velvety finish.
Flavor Intensity
sweet20%
smokey10%
spicy15%
fruity70%
body60%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Grilled lamb chops🧀
Spaghetti Bolognese🍫
Aged cheddar“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 Stival Merlot?
Stival Merlot has an ABV of 13.5%.
QWhat food pairs well with Stival Merlot?
It pairs excellently with grilled meats, pasta with tomato sauce, and soft cheeses.
QIs Stival Merlot a dry or sweet wine?
Stival Merlot is a dry red wine with a smooth, fruity profile.
QWhere is Stival Merlot produced?
Stival Merlot is produced in India.
QWhat are the tasting notes for Stival Merlot?
It features ripe plum, blackberry, vanilla, soft tannins, and a velvety finish.
Customer Reviews
Real ratings from verified buyers and enthusiasts
AVERAGE RATING
5.0
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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5.0 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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4.7 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
5.0/5
3 Verified Ratings
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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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Pooja Malhotra
VerifiedSouth Ext, Delhi • April 28, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular Grappa! The notes of Ripe plum are incredibly prominent and refined. Renders outstanding depth of flavor, especially at ₹800 in India. Ideal for sipping neat.”
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Vikram Rathore
VerifiedCivil Lines, Jaipur • April 22, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“A stellar expression from Stival. The spirit is remarkably smooth and mellow, carrying a complex finish of Blackberry and warm spices. Pairs beautifully with Grilled lamb chops.”
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Sneha Iyer
VerifiedJubilee Hills, Hyderabad • April 15, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Very high-quality spirit showing superb craftsmanship. The palate is rich with lingering hints of Vanilla. Easily the best value in its segment, highly recommended!”
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