Copa Di Vino Merlot 187ML

Copa Di Vino Merlot 187ML is a single-serve Merlot packaged in a ready-to-drink glass at 13.5% ABV, made from Chilean juice and cellared in Oregon. This expression stands out as a genuinely portable wine experience — no corkscrew, no stemware, no leftover half-bottles — just a sealed, individual glass of medium-bodied Merlot.

Quick Facts: ABV: 13.5%  |  Origin: Chilean juice, cellared in The Dalles, Oregon  |  Varietal: Merlot  |  Producer: Copa Di Vino

Production & Heritage

Copa Di Vino was founded by James Martin, who conceived the single-serve wine glass concept while riding bullet trains through southern France and noticed how impractical full bottles were for travelers. The company is headquartered at The Sunshine Mill in The Dalles, Oregon, a repurposed historic flour mill along the Columbia River Gorge. For the Merlot, Copa imports juice from Chile — a region well-suited to producing fruit-forward, approachable Merlot — and cellars and bottles the wine on-site in Oregon using a proprietary sealed-glass format that eliminates the need for traditional bottles, corks, or external glassware.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh plum jam leads the nose, followed by ripe cherries and subtle floral notes. Beneath that initial fruit layer sit greenhouse aromas and hints of red berry that give the wine a lifted, inviting quality.

Taste: The entry is soft and fruit-driven, with dark plum and mixed berries arriving on the mid-palate. Cherry flavors add a bright quality, while a faint toasty undercurrent and a darker, almost inky layer develop as the wine opens up. Medium-bodied with enough structure to hold interest.

Finish: Sweet, fine-grained tannins blend with lively acidity as the flavors shift toward blacker fruits. The finish is moderate in length with a clean, berry-tinged fade.

How to Drink Copa Di Vino Merlot

Peel back the foil seal and drink directly from the glass — the format is designed for exactly that. A few minutes at slightly below room temperature (around 60–65°F) will let the fruit aromatics open up without muting the structure.

While the 187ml format is built for sipping convenience, the wine's dark fruit profile and moderate tannins also work in scaled-down cocktail applications. A Kalimotxo (equal parts red wine and cola over ice) pairs well with this Merlot's plummy sweetness. A Red Wine Spritzer — topped with sparkling water and a squeeze of orange — keeps things light for warm-weather drinking. For a richer option, a Sangria base benefits from the cherry and berry notes that carry through when mixed with citrus and brandy.

Best For

• Outdoor events, picnics, and concerts where glass bottles are prohibited or impractical
• Travel — hotel rooms, trains, camping trips, and poolside drinking
• Sampling Merlot without committing to a full 750ml bottle
• Stocking a mini-bar or providing individual portions at dinner parties

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Copa Di Vino Merlot taste like? It delivers ripe dark plum and cherry flavors with mixed berry notes, a faint toasty quality, and sweet tannins leading into a clean, moderately long finish. The overall profile is fruit-forward and medium-bodied.

How does Copa Di Vino Merlot compare to Zipz Wine? Both brands compete in the single-serve, ready-to-drink wine segment, but Copa Di Vino pioneered the sealed-glass format and uses Chilean-sourced juice for its Merlot, while Zipz focuses on Oregon-grown varietals. Copa's Merlot tends toward a darker, plummier fruit profile compared to the lighter styles typical of Zipz offerings.

Is Copa Di Vino Merlot good for casual sipping? Yes — it was specifically designed for grab-and-go convenience, and the fruit-forward, medium-bodied profile makes it accessible without demanding much attention or food pairing.

Where is Copa Di Vino Merlot made? The Merlot juice is sourced from Chile and then cellared and bottled at Copa Di Vino's facility inside The Sunshine Mill in The Dalles, Oregon, located along the Columbia River Gorge.

What foods pair well with Copa Di Vino Merlot? Grilled burgers or sliders match the wine's dark plum and berry weight. Mild cheddar or gouda complements its soft tannins. Mushroom flatbread echoes the earthy undertones. Dark chocolate squares work with the ripe cherry notes. Charcuterie with dried fruits ties into the wine's fruit-forward character.

What sizes does Copa Di Vino Merlot come in? Copa Di Vino Merlot is available in the signature 187ml single-serve glass, which is equivalent to roughly one standard pour of wine.

Is Copa Di Vino Merlot worth the price? Copa Di Vino positions as a convenience-driven, single-serve wine where part of the value lies in the format itself — no bottle, no corkscrew, no waste. For portable drinking situations, it represents a practical option at an accessible price tier, though per-ounce cost will naturally exceed that of a standard 750ml bottle.

Why Copa Di Vino Merlot?

The real differentiator here is the format, not just the wine inside it. Copa Di Vino essentially created the premium single-serve wine glass category, and the Merlot expression delivers a credible, fruit-driven Chilean Merlot in a package designed for situations where traditional wine service is impossible. The sealed-glass technology eliminates oxidation concerns that plague other portable wine formats like cans or pouches. For anyone who wants a genuine glass of medium-bodied, dark-fruited Merlot without carrying a bottle and opener, this remains one of the most practical solutions in the category.