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Italian Red Wine
Montenero Merlot
Montenero4.7(25 reviews)
Montenero Merlot is a smooth, medium-bodied red wine from Italy, offering rich flavors of ripe plum, black cherry, and a hint of cocoa. Its velvety tannins and balanced acidity make it an approachable and versatile choice for everyday enjoyment.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹660/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹26
per 30ml
ABV
13.5%
Region
Italy
Category
Liqueurs
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Montenero Merlot Price Across Major Cities (2026)
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
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Lowest MRP in India
Gurgaon: ₹300
MumbaiViewing
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹660+120%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹300
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹340+13%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹360+20%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹360+20%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹440+47%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹460+53%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹530+77%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹540+80%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹300 to ₹660 Official Regulatory Notice
Mumbai Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Mumbai are regulated by the State Excise Department, Government of Maharashtra under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
25+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
FL-II Licensed Retail Wine & Liquor Shops
Possession Limit
Requires a state liquor permit; max 12 units (750ml bottles) with valid permit
Inter-State Transit WarningPossession and consumption of alcohol in Maharashtra requires a digital/physical liquor permit issued under the Bombay Prohibition Act, 1949.
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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
Montenero Merlot stands as a benchmark within the Liqueurs landscape. Produced by the legendary Montenero, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the Mumbai market.
With an ABV of 13.5%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Ripe plum, Black cherry, Cocoa, Velvety tannins, Balanced acidity.
Flavor Intensity
sweet10%
smokey5%
spicy15%
fruity70%
body50%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Pasta with tomato sauce🧀
Grilled steak🍫
Aged Parmesan cheese“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 type of wine is Montenero Merlot?
Montenero Merlot is a medium-bodied red wine from Italy, made from Merlot grapes.
QWhat is the alcohol content of Montenero Merlot?
Montenero Merlot has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 13.5%.
QWhat food pairs well with Montenero Merlot?
Montenero Merlot pairs well with pasta dishes, grilled meats, and soft cheeses.
QWhat are the tasting notes for Montenero Merlot?
Montenero Merlot features notes of ripe plum, black cherry, cocoa, with velvety tannins and balanced acidity.
QIs Montenero Merlot a dry wine?
Yes, Montenero Merlot is a dry red wine with a smooth finish.
Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
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 Tasting Scores
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.
Community & Sommelier Notes (3)
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Subhashis Sen
Tasting NoteAndheri, Mumbai • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Andheri and picked up Montenero Merlot. At ₹660 in Mumbai, this represents incredible value. The notes of Ripe plum and Black cherry pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Kheema Pav. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteBandra, Mumbai • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Liqueur by Montenero. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Ripe plum and Cocoa. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Bandra was a major hit, especially alongside local Kheema Pav!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteColaba, Mumbai • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Montenero's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Black cherry. At the Mumbai price of ₹660, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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