Merlot


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Merlot red wine is very popular. Its advantage is that it can be enjoyed not only with dinner but also on its own. It's perfect for Friday night TV time.

Merlot is produced according to all the rules of winemaking, fermenting and aging it in oak barrels. Therefore, the taste of ripe grapes is complemented by a complex range of oak, tobacco, and cedar flavors, as well as vanilla and coconut.

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In Chile, the Merlot grape variety was long confused with Carménère, so even today there are vineyards where both varieties are present. This country typically produces Merlot wines that are ready to drink immediately after production.

This wine is also produced in California (USA), South Africa and New Zealand.

Main characteristics

Color: red, from garnet to dark ruby.

Density: from medium to high.

Taste: The wine has a complex flavor, including notes of red fruits, plum, blueberry, and soft tannins. After aging in oak barrels, it acquires hints of cedar, vanilla, and coconut.

What do they mix it with? Merlot is most often blended with Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

Countries of origin: France (Pomerol, Bordeaux, Languedoc-Roussillon, Saint-Emilion), Spain (Navarre, Penedès), USA (California, Washington), Australia, New Zealand, Chile, South Africa.

Drink or store? Many people drink Merlot straight away, but it is generally best enjoyed after 10 or more years of aging.

Price: from 3.99 to 399 euros per bottle.



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