Order of Malta Merlot dry

Austrian Merlot: tobacco, chocolate, velvety tannins.

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Order of Malta Merlot dry

An Austrian Merlot with the maturity and structure of an aged Burgundy: dark ruby red in the glass, velvety tannins, long finish.

The Schloßweingut Malteser Ritterorden is one of Austria's most traditional wineries — operated by the Sovereign Order of Malta, whose winemaking history dates back centuries. The vineyards are located in the Lower Austrian region, where the continental climate favors Merlot with good ripeness and aromatic density.

Tobacco, dark chocolate, and fine roasted aromas appear on the nose — a clear sign of barrel aging with substance. On the palate, the wine appears elegant: a fine touch of chocolate, well-integrated wood notes, and noticeable extract sweetness. The tannins are fully ripe and soft, the finish long and spicy. Not a wine that screams for attention — but one that convinces through harmony.

Rated 91 points at the World Wine Championship 2017, gold medal at the Berliner WeinTrophy 2017.

  • Temperature: 16–18 °C
  • Food pairing: Braised beef cheeks, leg of lamb with rosemary, mature Pecorino
Grape variety Merlot
Taste Dry
Alcohol 14 % Vol.
Serving temp. 14–16 °C
Volume 0,75 l
Country of origin Austria
Region Weinviertel
Grape variety Merlot
Wine color Red Wine
Vintage 2021
Alcohol content 14 % Vol.
Taste Dry

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The Winery

Schloßweingut Malteser Ritterorden

The Mailberg terroir – an interplay of continental climate and a protected location in the small valley, the “Mailberg Valley”. Calcareous soils with loamy sands and loess shape the wines: fine-structured, harmonious acidity, perfect ripeness.

Around 1,800 hours of sunshine, ideal rainfall – powerful red wines and characterful white wines are created here.

Since 1969, the Lenz Moser winery has managed the castle winery of the Sovereign Order of Malta. 48 hectares, twelve single vineyards, trained according to the Lenz Moser high-culture system. In 1973, Blauer Zweigelt and Merlot were added, and in 1982, the first Cabernet Sauvignon in Lower Austria. Weinviertel with history and character.

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