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Paumanok Vineyards, Merlot, 2021

Red Wine from New York, United States
by Paumanok Vineyards
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Paumanok has been a standard-bearer for Long Island wine for decades, and their 2021 Merlot shows why. Sourced from estate vineyards on the North Fork, this bottling offers a pure, unfussy take on Merlot—one that leans into structure and freshness rather than overripe fruit or flashy oak.

The wine is medium-bodied and balanced, with just enough grip to give it shape. Red and black cherry, dried herbs, and subtle earth tones lead the way, backed by fine tannins and bright acidity that reflect the region’s maritime climate. There's polish, but also restraint—it’s more about precision than power.

Versatile at the table and built to drink well now or evolve for a few years, this is Merlot for Bordeaux lovers looking to explore New York terroir—or for anyone who wants a cool-climate red with both clarity and character.

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More about Paumanok Vineyards

Founded in 1983 by the Massoud Family, Paumanok works 85 acres of vineyard on North Fork's Route 25. They're the original and leading producer of Chenin Blanc in New York State—their Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay are equally serious. The reds (Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot) prove North Fork can do Bordeaux varietals with elegance. Certified sustainable, solar-powered since 2009, featured at the White House: Paumanok is Long Island's quietly serious statement.

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Merlot

  • Vintage

    2021

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Traditional

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Light Bodied

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Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Roasted beef, duck confit, mushroom risotto, tomato-based pasta

Tasting Profile

Long Island Merlot with plum, cassis, and herb aromas. Medium-full body with dark fruit and cocoa flavors, supple tannins, balanced acidity, and a smooth finish.

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