Merlot
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2023
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Spaghetti bolognese, grilled pork chops, roasted chicken
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted by the Casella family in Yenda, New South Wales, the [yellow tail] Merlot represents a modern milestone in making wine friendly and accessible to the global palate. Drawing on a rich family heritage that began when Filippo and Maria Casella emigrated from Sicily to Australia in 1957, this wine is sourced from select vineyards across the vast South Eastern Australia region. The warm climate and fertile soils of this zone yield grapes with intense fruit concentration and soft tannins. To preserve its vibrant, primary fruit character, the wine undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel, with minimal oak contact. The result is an incredibly smooth, easy-drinking red that captures the sunny, laid-back spirit of Australian winemaking, characterized by lush flavors of ripe plums, dark cherries, and a hint of sweet spice.
🍾 About the Producer
Created in 2001 by the Casella family under Casella Family Brands, Yellow Tail is based in Yenda, New South Wales, sourcing fruit across the South Eastern Australia wine zone. Conceived by John Casella with the vision of crafting accessible, easy-drinking, and unpretentious wines, the label swiftly achieved global acclaim for its vibrant character and iconic yellow-footed rock-wallaby emblem. The winemaking philosophy centers on delivering fruit-forward, approachable profiles made with modern vinification techniques and consistent quality across red, white, and rosé styles. The brand is particularly famous worldwide for its generous Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, crisp Pinot Grigio, and sweet, effervescent Pink Moscato.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Merlot
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5%