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Sileni Cellar Selection Merlot 2021

1 current tracked listing from 1 UK retailer, from £15.75.

Category	Red
Retailer type	Red Wine
Vintage	2021
Grape	Merlot
Origin	New Zealand
Container size	750ml

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Sileni Cellar Selection Merlot, Hawke’s Bay is a classic, easy-drinking Merlot from New Zealand’s renowned Hawke’s Bay region, offering ripe fruit, supple texture, and a distinct sense of place rooted in the region’s gravelly soils. Meet the producer Sileni Estates was founded in 1997 by Graeme Avery, whose long-standing passion for wine led to the creation of a modern, quality-focused winery in the heart of Hawke’s Bay. Named after the Sileni of Greek mythology—companions of Dionysus, the god of wine—the estate is committed to producing wines that are both enjoyable and expressive of their origin. Sustainable viticulture and careful site selection underpin their approach, with a focus on varietal clarity and regional character. Production Fermentation of this Merlot involves a combination of hand-plunging and pump-overs to enhance colour and build tannin structure. After a period of maceration on skins, the wine is gently pressed and transferred to oak barrels for maturation, allowing the fruit to integrate with subtle oak influence and develop depth. Tasting notes This is a textbook Hawke’s Bay Merlot, with earthy undertones and a gently stalky edge that speaks to the region’s gravelly bedrock. The palate is soft yet serious, showing ripe plum, black cherry, and hints of spice, all wrapped in a smooth, balanced structure. Food match Perfect with spare ribs, rich pasta dishes, or braised beef. Its rounded texture and savoury notes also make it a fine match for grilled vegetables or mature cheeses. Grape Merlot 100%