Merlot Bagueri 2018

Producer – Klet Brda

Klet Brda produces wines in Goriška Brda, one of Slovenia’s best-known wine regions.

The region lies close to the Italian border. Its rolling hills, Mediterranean influence and distinctive opoka soils create excellent conditions for premium wine production.

Klet Brda works with local wine-growing families across the region. Moreover, the winery produces several ranges that showcase the different styles and terroirs of Brda.

Bagueri represents one of the producer’s premium wine ranges. The collection has also earned numerous awards at international wine competitions.

Bagueri Merlot 2018

Bagueri Merlot 2018 is a premium Slovenian red made from 100% Merlot.

The grapes come from selected vineyards in the hills of Goriška Brda. Here, warm days help the grapes achieve excellent ripeness. Meanwhile, cooler nights help maintain freshness.

As a result, the wine combines ripe fruit with structure and balance.

Grape Variety

100% Merlot

Merlot performs particularly well in Goriška Brda. It develops generous fruit while retaining freshness and elegance.

The variety brings flavours of ripe plum, cherry and dark berries. In addition, careful maturation adds spice and greater complexity.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections.

Nose: Ripe plum, dark cherry and blackberry with gentle spice.

Palate: Rich and rounded with ripe dark fruit and smooth tannins.

Oak notes: Subtle vanilla, cocoa and warm spice.

Finish: Long, balanced and pleasantly persistent.

The 2018 vintage now has several years of bottle development. Therefore, the fruit and oak should show greater integration than in a young Merlot.

A Premium Goriška Brda Merlot

Bagueri Merlot 2018 shows the potential of Merlot in Slovenia’s Goriška Brda region.

First, the warm Mediterranean influence helps the grapes reach excellent maturity. However, the hills and cooler nights maintain freshness.

Furthermore, the region’s distinctive soils contribute to the wine’s character. Therefore, the finished wine combines richness with balance.

Klet Brda has achieved significant international success with its Bagueri range. For example, the producer’s official records show repeated medals for Bagueri wines at Decanter, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles and other competitions.

Silver Medal – Decanter World Wine Awards 2023 🥈

Bagueri Merlot 2018 won a Silver Medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2023.

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SILVER MEDAL – DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS 2023

The result adds further recognition to a Bagueri range that has performed consistently well in international competitions.

Food Pairings

Bagueri Merlot 2018 pairs particularly well with:

• Grilled beef
• Roast beef
• Lamb
• Duck
• Venison
• Wild game
• Mushroom dishes
• Truffle dishes
• Mature cheeses

In particular, its ripe fruit works beautifully with beef and lamb. Meanwhile, its developed character makes it a good partner for mushrooms and truffles.

Serve at around 16–18°C.

Style and Character

Bagueri Merlot 2018 offers a rich yet balanced expression of Slovenian Merlot.

First, ripe plum and dark berry flavours give the wine its generous character. Meanwhile, smooth tannins create a rounded texture.

In addition, bottle age has allowed the different elements to integrate further. Therefore, the 2018 now offers an attractive combination of fruit, spice and mature complexity.

Overall, Bagueri Merlot 2018 by Klet Brda is a premium Goriška Brda red with depth and character. Its Silver Medal at Decanter World Wine Awards 2023 also provides strong international recognition.