Gál Tibor Merlot 2018 is a dry, still red wine made from 100% Merlot grapes from the Eger wine region in Hungary. The grapes were hand-harvested on 15 October 2018, fermented with 25 days of skin maceration and a spontaneous process, and the wine was then aged for 12 months in oak barrels of various ages. The wine is characterized by intense aromas of dark berries, spicy notes, white pepper, and cocoa, with balanced tannins and a long finish, making it a powerful example of the Eger Merlot style.
Description
Gál Tibor Merlot 2018 is a dry, still red wine made from 100% Merlot grapes from the Eger wine region in Hungary. The grapes were hand-harvested on 15 October 2018, fermented with 25 days of skin maceration and a spontaneous process, and the wine was then aged for 12 months in oak barrels of various ages. The wine is characterized by intense aromas of dark berries, spicy notes, white pepper, and cocoa, with balanced tannins and a long finish, making it a powerful example of the Eger Merlot style.
Additional information
| Grape variety / Varieties | Merlot |
|---|---|
| Country and region of origin | Hungary – Eger |
| Vinarija | Gál Tibor |
| Podaci o vinogradu | Grapes originate from the Pajados vineyard in Eger, from carefully selected plots |
| Type of wine | Still wines |
| Style (sweetness) | Dry wines |
| Alcohol | 13 – 14% |
| Temperatura serviranja | 12–14 °C |
| Opis ukusa i mirisa | The wine features intense aromas of dark berries (e.g., plum, dried cherry, dried blueberry) with notes of chili, white pepper, menthol, and cocoa |
| Aging | 12 months in 500l oak barrels of various ages |
| Preservation potential | 6–10 years |
| Food recommendation | Beef Bourguignon, roasted venison with forest fruit sauce, chocolate desserts with a high cocoa percentage |
| Availability | In stock |
| Bottle size | 0.75l |
| Pogledaj na Vivino | https://www.vivino.com/en/gal-tibor-merlot/w/12128361?year=2018 |
| Beleške o ukusu | Complex aromas of dark berries, spices, and subtle cocoa with balanced tannins |
| O berbi | The 2018 harvest was conducted by hand on October 15, 2018. Following 25 days of skin maceration and spontaneous fermentation, the wine was aged for 12 months in oak barrels before bottling |
| Karakteristike vina | Medium to full body, rich structure, intense aromatic profile, and a stable finish |
| Tehnološki podaci | Hand harvesting and selection, spontaneous / natural fermentation with 25 days of maceration, aged 12 months in oak barrels without fining or filtration before bottling |
| Grape variety / Varieties | Merlot |
|---|---|
| Country and region of origin | Hungary – Eger |
| Vinarija | Gál Tibor |
| Podaci o vinogradu | Grapes originate from the Pajados vineyard in Eger, from carefully selected plots |
| Type of wine | Still wines |
| Style (sweetness) | Dry wines |
| Alcohol | 13 – 14% |
| Temperatura serviranja | 12–14 °C |
| Opis ukusa i mirisa | The wine features intense aromas of dark berries (e.g., plum, dried cherry, dried blueberry) with notes of chili, white pepper, menthol, and cocoa |
| Aging | 12 months in 500l oak barrels of various ages |
| Preservation potential | 6–10 years |
| Food recommendation | Beef Bourguignon, roasted venison with forest fruit sauce, chocolate desserts with a high cocoa percentage |
| Availability | In stock |
| Bottle size | 0.75l |
| Pogledaj na Vivino | https://www.vivino.com/en/gal-tibor-merlot/w/12128361?year=2018 |
| Beleške o ukusu | Complex aromas of dark berries, spices, and subtle cocoa with balanced tannins |
| O berbi | The 2018 harvest was conducted by hand on October 15, 2018. Following 25 days of skin maceration and spontaneous fermentation, the wine was aged for 12 months in oak barrels before bottling |
| Karakteristike vina | Medium to full body, rich structure, intense aromatic profile, and a stable finish |
| Tehnološki podaci | Hand harvesting and selection, spontaneous / natural fermentation with 25 days of maceration, aged 12 months in oak barrels without fining or filtration before bottling |





