Our Reserve Cheese
Merlot BellaVitano®
A robust red wine and a rich, flavorful cheese – a match made in culinary heaven.
![Merlot BellaVitano Quarter Wheel](https://a.storyblok.com/f/136139/1024x470/35a6384db4/bvmerlot_quarter_storyblok_1024x470_trnsbkgrnd_2023.png/m//1024x470)
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Award-Winning
Gold Medal
2015 World Cheese Awards
Gold Medal
2015 International Cheese Awards
Gold Medal
2016 International Cheese Awards
Second Place
2018 World Championship Cheese Contest
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Available Sizes
Taste Notes
Fruity notes of plum and berry mixed with creamy richness makes our Merlot BellaVitano® truly one-of-kind.
The rind is meant to be eaten and is part of the tasting experience!
![Merlot BellaVitano Spider Graph](https://a.storyblok.com/f/136139/1834x1501/d2e65ff25f/062022_cheese_spider_graphs_merlot-bv.png)
Soaked to perfection.
Four generations of Sartori brought us BellaVitano® in 2008. Beautiful in color and taste, the Merlot enhances our highly-decorated American original.
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Pairing Guide
By marrying creamy cheese to the berry and plum notes of Merlot, we’ve created a rich union of flavors.
Enjoy with a glass of...
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Wine
Merlot, Pinot Noir, Shiraz
Beer
Dark Malty Ale, IPA
Nibble on...
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Savory
Crusty Artisan Bread, Dried Nuts
Sweet
Dried Fruit