Wine of the week
Gallo Family Vineyards Merlot
Each week, we give you the lowdown on one of the
delicious wines from the Gallo Family Vineyards range.
Week 9: Gallo Family Vineyards Merlot
Taste profile
Rich medium Merlot displays beautiful aromas and flavours of red and black cherries mingled with red berries and finished with a touch of vanilla and dark spices.
Food pairing
The spicy finish of the Merlot is a perfect match for grilled meat, such as roast pork chops, grilled burgers, barbeque foods or spicy red pasta sauces. Enjoy this delicious wine at room temperature also with Mediterranean dishes like a vegetable gratin.
Our top 5 food matches
Why not try the Gallo Family Vineyards Merlot with one these delicious recipes?
Creamy mushroom, pancetta and chilli penne
A great combination of chilli spice and rich creamy sauce - quick to make too.
Pork and chorizo kebabs
Lean, spicy and aromatic, the addition of chorizo helps this kebab beat any you'll get from a take away.
Cheeseburgers in toasted sesame buns
Quick and tasty, the burger is one of the summer's most popular meals, all you need to add is the sunshine.
Roast loin of pork, caramelised apple wedges with broccoli and mustard mash
The sweet caramelised apple wedges complement the tender pork meat perfectly.
Cauliflower tortelloni cheese
An old favourite for a hungry crowd - the ever popular pasta bake.
Previous wines of the week
Week 1: Gallo Family Vineyards Chardonnay
A crisp medium-bodied white
Week 2: Gallo Family Vineyards White Grenache
A smooth light-bodied rose
Week 3: Gallo Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
A gutsy medium-bodied red
Week 4: Turning Leaf Pinot Grigio
A refreshingly fruity white
Week 5: Turning Leaf Shiraz Rose
A crisp medium-bodied rose
Week 6: Turning Leaf Pinot Noir
A full-textured red
Week 7: Gallo Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc
A refreshingly medium-bodied white
Week 8: Gallo Family Vineyards White Zinfandel
A vibrantly fruity rose
Week 10: Turning Leaf Chardonnay
A crisp and clean white
Week 11: Turning Leaf Cabernet Sauvignon
A beautifully rich red
Week 12: Gallo Family Vineyards Pinot Grigio
A light and fruity white