10 exquisite types of wine to spoil your palate

Which are the best wines? See this list of renowned labels and let their flavours carry you away. We also tell you where to buy wine in Mérida, which types of wine exist and how to choose them.

Going to work, facing traffic and bad news on the radio. Mealtime, picking the kids up from school, tending to the needs of your business and home… these are some of the challenges we bravely face every day. Yet there are small pleasures that make life smoother. Wine is one of them.

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Types of wine to pair with your favourite person…

Chardonnay. A medium- to full-bodied white wine grown all over the world.
Riesling. Germany’s typical wine. Sweet and acidic at first.
Pinot Grigio. The quintessential Italian white — light, dry and refreshing.
Sauvignon Blanc. Dry and crisp, with citrus notes and herbaceous aromas.
Cabernet Sauvignon. The jewel of the Napa Valley. It can be described as rich and robust.
Pinot Noir. Smooth and fruity, this red wine has aromas of red fruits.
Syrah. A bold, rich wine. The Australian style of Syrah is known as Shiraz and is much sweeter.
Zinfandel. Versatile, with a range of different styles.
Malbec. Although French in origin, it has been popularised by the Mendoza region of Argentina.
Merlot. A popular wine in the growing regions of the western United States, while remaining one of the most prominent grapes in Bordeaux.

The best wines in Mérida: 10 essential labels endorsed by Robert Parker

Robert Parker is one of the most influential wine critics in the world, and his list sets the trend. These wines, which you can now find in Mérida, have scored between 90 and 100 points.

Marqués de Murrieta Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva 1986. Spain
Alto del Moncayo 2007. Spain
Pedro Ximénez de Añada, Bodegas Alvear 2001. Spain
Markus Molitor Riesling 2013. Germany
Hubert de Boüard, Château Au Vignoble. France
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Cèdres, Paul Jaboulet. France
Fèlsina Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2011. Italy
Ca’ Marcanda Bolgheri Camarcanda 2015. Italy
Zapata Adrianna Vineyard River Stones Malbec 2016. Mendoza
Gran Enemigo Single Vineyard Gualtallary 2013. Mendoza

Where to buy all these types of wine in Mérida?

“Wine comforts the sad, rejuvenates the old, inspires the young and relieves the depressed of the weight of their worries.” Lord Byron.

Wine is currently living a golden age. Competition and an increasingly demanding market push the world’s great denominations to produce high-quality bottles, and some are already within your reach. There are specialist shops where you’ll find labels from different countries. We know them!

La Europea. At this shop you’ll not only find the best types of wine. You can also get other kinds of drink and gourmet products.
Cava del Duero. Like La Europea, it specialises in wines and different kinds of drink from around the world.
Chedraui, Soriana or Walmart have expanded their wine sections in recent years, and you can get labels from South American and European countries.
Oliva Enoteca. Here you’ll find the best wines in Mérida alongside an exquisite Italian menu. It’s in the historic centre and has a list of more than 100 labels. Address: Calle 47 & corner of 54.
Taninos. A classic of life in Yucatán. Specialising in wines and with an exquisite menu, it offers labels from all over the world. Address: Calle 20 x 23 y 25.

5 keys to choosing a bottle of wine

Look for wines with flexibility. For example, Bordeaux and Napa Cabernet pair very well with beef and strong flavours.
A good wine doesn’t always mean an expensive wine.
Explore new regions.
Buy white wines from the current vintage.
Buy aged red wines, since they’re more aromatic and flavourful when they’ve spent more time in the bottle.

The bonus: the best bottle of wine is the one shared with the right person. Choose well…

What are you waiting for to buy wine in Mérida? Start your new life in Yucatán!