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Robert Mondavi Private Selection Ps Merlot
Robert Mondavi Private Selection · California · United States
$8.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 89-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Josh Cellars Merlot, is $14.99.
Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
Ripe cherry and plum with cranberry brightness, mocha, brown sugar, and a smooth oak-accented finish.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you like soft, fruit-forward California Merlot or approachable red blends with a touch of vanilla and toast.
Why buy it
A dependable under-$15 California Merlot for weeknight dinners, grilled meats, and shoppers who want familiar fruit and gentle structure.
Best for
Casual meals, BBQ chicken or salmon, pork chops, pizza, and relaxed gatherings.
Style
Smooth, lush, fruit-forward California Merlot with moderate tannin and noticeable oak.
Drinks like
California Merlot, soft red blends, entry-level Central Coast Cabernet/Merlot blends
Experience level
Beginner-friendly
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
grilled pork chops · rotisserie-style chicken · bbq salmon · semi-firm cheeses such as gouda or cheddar
Best occasions
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 60-65°F
- Decanting:
- Not required; 15 minutes in a decanter or glass can soften the oak and tannin.
- Glassware:
- Standard red wine glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Current-release style meant for near-term drinking; enjoy within 2-3 years of purchase.
- After opening:
- Best within 2-3 days if recorked and stored cool.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
Robert Mondavi Private Selection Merlot is a smooth, lush California red with ripe cherry, plum, cranberry, tea leaf, mocha, brown sugar, and oak notes. It is an easygoing choice for grilled foods, roast chicken, salmon, or a casual cheese board.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Merlot
- Grapes
- Merlot; exact blend or percentage not stated
- Producer
- Robert Mondavi Private Selection
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Appellation
- California
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
Details last verified September 24, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Glen Caughell
- Vineyard source:
- Sourced from prime vineyards along California's Central Coast and Lodi.
- Vessel:
- French oak noted by the producer.
About the winery · Robert Mondavi Private Selection ›
Robert Mondavi Private Selection was founded in 1994 by Robert Mondavi to highlight approachable California wines. The brand emphasizes fruit sourced from California coastal vineyards, with current messaging focused on Central Coast and Lodi sourcing. Its wines are positioned as crafted for sharing, with an emphasis on balance, clarity, and approachability under winemaker Glen Caughell. The Merlot fits that style with ripe fruit, oak roundness, and a smooth finish.
Critic reviews
89/100Wine Enthusiast
“black plum, black currant, black cherry, toasted wood, nutmeg, vanilla, licorice and chocolate”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Robert Mondavi Private Selection Ps Merlot dry or sweet?
- Robert Mondavi Private Selection Ps Merlot is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-bodied.
- What does Robert Mondavi Private Selection Ps Merlot taste like?
- Ripe cherry and plum with cranberry brightness, mocha, brown sugar, and a smooth oak-accented finish.
- What food pairs with Robert Mondavi Private Selection Ps Merlot?
- It pairs well with grilled pork chops, rotisserie-style chicken, BBQ salmon and semi-firm cheeses such as gouda or cheddar.
- How should I serve Robert Mondavi Private Selection Ps Merlot?
- Serve at 60-65°F. Not required; 15 minutes in a decanter or glass can soften the oak and tannin. Glass: Standard red wine glass.
- Is Robert Mondavi Private Selection Ps Merlot a good value?
- At $8.99 it carries a verified 89-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Robert Mondavi Private Selection Ps Merlot?
- 750 ml bottle.