Stari Hrast Merlot Selection

Merlot Selection – Powerful red wine from Šumadija with aging potential

Great wine from a great terroir: Our Merlot Selection is the flagship of high-quality red wine from the Šumadija wine region. Meticulously handcrafted, this exceptional Merlot matured for 12 months in barriques—a combination of new and used oak barrels—and was bottled in only 2,884 numbered bottles .

A red wine with character and depth
This full-bodied Merlot delights with a luxurious body, excellently integrated tannins , and a long, complex finish. Aromas of ripe red and black berries , delicate spices , cinnamon , new leather , eucalyptus , wood notes , and even graphite make it a sensory experience. Despite its power, the wine remains fresh and harmonious—an ideal candidate for long-term cellaring and a testament to the potential of the Serbian wine region of Šumadija.

Wine type: red wine
Grape variety: 100% Merlot
Alcohol content: 16.0% vol
Expansion: 12 months in barrique (new & used)
Limited bottling: 2,884 numbered bottles

Culinary recommendation – a wine for special occasions
The Merlot Selection pairs perfectly with hearty meat dishes such as braised lamb shank , pork ribs , roast chicken with baked potatoes , stuffed peppers , or smoked ham . It also reveals its full potential with meat with wild berry or blackcurrant sauces . For an elegant finale, serve it with milk chocolate or dark chocolate with wild berries —a perfect finish for discerning palates.