About this wine
A cool-climate Merlot sourced from Souma Farm in Yoichi. Rather than the plush, fruit-forward style typical of warmer regions, Domaine Mont's Merlot channels the cool maritime climate into elegant acidity and precision — a Merlot for those who think they don't like Merlot.
A delicate, natural red that tastes like a refined, fruity tea — the Merlot for people who think they don't like Merlot.
Sommelier's Note
"Montrlot's ethereal floral elegance is unmatched — this is the Merlot that will convert every Merlot skeptic, and it is an essential bottle in the Domaine Mont lineup."
Food Pairings
Pairs beautifully with yakitori with tare, grilled eel, braised pork belly, mushroom velouté, and red-meat grills. Its cool-climate elegance also works with salmon teriyaki and soy-glazed duck.
When to drink it
Perfect for a special Japanese-cuisine dinner or an intimate gathering where you want to share a unique, artisanal wine.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Merlot
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥5,000-7,000
Terroir & Winemaking
Whole-bunch fermentation with wild yeasts from Souma Farm Merlot, Yoichi. No filtration, no fining, no added sulfur. Aged in wooden barrels for approximately one year. Extraction kept gentle to preserve cool-climate elegance.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Montrlot taste like?
- Delicate violet, rose, strawberry and cherry with a silky texture and a subtle umami finish — cool-climate Merlot at its most elegant.
- What food pairs well with Montrlot?
- Yakitori with tare sauce, grilled eel, soy-based meat dishes, and mushroom preparations all shine alongside Montrlot's delicate structure.
- When is the best time to drink Montrlot?
- Approachable on release but best after 2–3 years of bottle aging, when its flavors integrate and blossom. Serve at 14–16°C.
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