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Red Wine
Sarafin Merlot
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Sarafin Merlot is a 14.5% ABV dry red wine made by Doluca from Merlot grapes grown in vineyards in the Saros region of Thrace. Doluca, run by the Kutman family for three generations, is one of Turkey's oldest private wine producers; its production facility is in the Çerkezköy district of Tekirdağ.
What does Sarafin Merlot taste like?
Merlot, originally from Bordeaux, has adapted well to Saros's climate: light sea breezes cool the vineyards, allowing the grapes to stay on the vine longer and develop a soft, fruity character. Cherry, blackberry and fleshy plum stand out on the nose, joined by vanilla, mocha and spice. The palate is rich and velvety, with touches of bitter chocolate, roasted coffee and a light earthiness and wild herbs. The finish is long and harmonious, with fruit and warm spice lingering. The wine is aged for 12 months in 225-litre French oak barrels.
How should it be served?
It is recommended to serve at 16–18°C and decant around 30 minutes before drinking. Stored under suitable conditions, it can be kept for 6–7 years from the vintage.
What food does it pair with?
Its velvety structure pairs well with grilled red meats, sauced pasta and mature cheeses.
| Brand | Sarafin |
|---|---|
| Country | Türkiye |
| Region | Thrace |
| Type | Red Wine |
| Producer | Doluca |
| Cask | 12 months in French oak casks (225 l) |
| ABV | 14.5% |
- Body
- Sweetness
- Smoke
- Fruit
- Spice
- Tannin
- Red fruit
- Vanilla
- Chocolate
- Coffee
- Oak
- Grilled red meat
- Pizza & pasta
- Aged cheese
- Nose
- Cherry, blackberry and fleshy plum; vanilla, mocha and spice.
- Palate
- Rich and velvety; dark chocolate, roasted coffee and light earthy, wild herb touches.
- Finish
- Long and harmonious; lingering fruit and warm spice.
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep wine bottles on their side and spirits upright.
- Serve white/rosé and sparkling wine at 6–12°C, and reds at 16–18°C.
- Keep opened bottles closed; drink wine within a few days of opening.
We deliver to the whole of North Cyprus, including hotels and villas. Once your order is confirmed by WhatsApp or phone, we will confirm the delivery time and fee. An age check (18+) is carried out on delivery. Our Famagusta branch is open every day 09:00–00:00, and our Bafra branch 09:00–02:00 (until 00:00 on Mondays).
An age check (18+) is carried out when alcoholic products are delivered. Incorrect or damaged items can be checked and exchanged at the time of delivery; if you have any questions, please message us on WhatsApp.
- Category: Red Wine
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