{"product_id":"robert-mondavi-woodbridge-merlot-nv","title":"Robert Mondavi Woodbridge Merlot NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFounded in 1979 by Robert Mondavi near his childhood home in Lodi, California, the Woodbridge label was created to offer everyday-quality wines grounded in Mondavi’s winemaking values. It quickly became a household name, delivering approachable, fruit-driven wines nationwide. As a value tier, Woodbridge focuses on consistency, freshness, and accessibility while continuing the Mondavi legacy of quality.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eProduced under the Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi label (formerly part of Private Selection), this Merlot is crafted to be soft, smooth, and versatile. The winemaking emphasizes ripe fruit character with modest oak influence to ensure broad appeal and balanced structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSourced from California’s warm, sun-drenched vineyards—likely across regions such as Central Coast and Lodi—the wine benefits from ample ripening conditions. The consistent climate delivers juicy, ripe fruit with moderate acidity, supporting a fruity, plush style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eStandard for its tier, the wine is fermented in stainless steel and aged in oak (likely a mix of French and American), introducing gentle notes of vanilla or mocha without overshadowing the fruit forward profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis Merlot offers rich, ripe aromas of blackberry, cherry, red berries, and chocolate, with plum and mocha-oak nuances, and hints of cherry cola on the palate. Medium-bodied with supple tannins, the finish is smooth and approachable.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eVersatile with casual fare—grilled meats, burgers, pork chops, hearty pasta dishes, lamb, grilled vegetables, and poultry. Its approachable texture and fruit profile make it a reliable companion to a variety of dishes.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe lightly chilled or at cool room temperature (around 16–18 °C). A standard red wine glass is appropriate; no decanting is needed. Its softness and fruit-forward nature make it easy to enjoy immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBest enjoyed young—within 2–4 years of bottling. The approachable style and softer structure are intended for immediate consumption rather than long-term aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; Percentage Used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e100 % Merlot. The label denotes it as a varietal Merlot with no blending disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922270568662,"sku":null,"price":118.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/RobertMondaviWoodbridgeMerlot_7a8aeb71-5c29-48ef-bc3d-963557ebfbf9.png?v=1773667983","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/robert-mondavi-woodbridge-merlot-nv","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}