The story behind Lotus
Merlot is the great softener of the red wine world, the grape that rounds out Bordeaux blends and stands alone as an easygoing, fruit forward pour. Lotus Merlot follows that familiar path: gentle tannin, plum and cherry at the front, a finish that does not ask much of you. It is the kind of bottle that belongs on the table on a Tuesday, not in a cellar waiting for an anniversary.
We have carried Lotus for years because our customers keep coming back for a Merlot that behaves. We will not pretend to know the estate story or the exact vineyard source, because that is not established here, and we would rather tell you the truth than dress up a bottle. What we can tell you is what is in the glass: an approachable red at a price that makes a second bottle easy.
Explore the Lotus range
Two sizes of the same easygoing Merlot, plus the Lotus vodka that shares the name.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Merlot 750mL | Merlot | 750mL | Soft plum and cherry, gentle tannin, easy weeknight red. |
| Lotus Merlot 1.5L | Merlot | 1.5L | Magnum format for crowds, same soft fruit, better value. |
| Lotus Vodka 750mL | Vodka | 750mL | Clean neutral spirit, same house name, different lane. |
Which Lotus is right for you?
Lotus Merlot is priced to be opened without ceremony. The 750mL runs $8.99, and the 1.5L magnum is $15.99, which works out to real savings per ounce if you are pouring for a table. The Lotus Vodka 750mL sits at $19.99. Both Merlot sizes are currently out of stock, so call the store at (631) 343-7200 and we will tell you when the next drop lands.
Low stakes, soft tannin, and a price that forgives a second glass.
A magnum of easy red covers a table without a second trip.
Same house name, clean mixing spirit for the home bar.
Lotus cocktails and pairings
Merlot this soft wants food that will not fight it. Keep the plate simple and the glass full.