Riddoch
Coonawarra Merlot

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Wine styleDry, Medium Bodied style of MerlotRegionCoonawarra, Australia
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About this product

The Riddoch label celebrates the visionary pioneer, John Riddoch whose love and spirit for Coonawarra is the driver behind the exciting varietal expressions produced from this unique terroir. This range is the perfect introduction to the iconic Coonawarra, celebrating the legacy of John Riddoch's transformative impact in the region. Aromas and flavours of ripe plums, dense blueberry and a fine grain tannin structure to support. A welcome return from a highly regarded wine name that won't disappoint if opened today or cellared for the short to medium term.
Taste profile
Medium Bodied
Medium Bodied
Medium Bodied
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Medium bodied red wines have a lightly textured mouthfeel with moderate flavour impact. Often medium in colour.
Dry
Dry
Dry
Dry
Dry
Dry
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Dry wines have no trace of sweetness at all.

Ratings and Reviews

78% of reviewers would recommend this to a friend
Average customer rating: 4.4
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Smooth Easy to Drink and Enjoy.
Joe.
17 December 2025 - Central Coast. NSW.
I had not drank this wine before. As it was on Special I decided to try it. Both my Wife and I Enjoyed it, we were Surprised just how Smooth it was.
I would recommend to a friend
Staple
Woody
17 October 2025 - Melbourne
Purchased this to add to a Ragu. Poured a Glass and so smooth. Great to have, drink yourself, share with friends a real all rounder. Just keep buying
I would recommend to a friend
Keep it a secret
BLINKY
30 October 2024 - Sydney
Just another secret that we have created in Australia...Coonawarra wine area another great secret
I would recommend to a friend
Good value
Whitey
26 September 2022 - Sunshine Coast
Not normally a straight merlot drinker but was given this. It was a bit average on first opening so let it breathe for 3 hrs and surprising change, very enjoyable with smooth plumy fruits and at $13 is great value.
I would recommend to a friend
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