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Vino tintoBordeaux, France

Merlot

También conocido como: Petit Merle

Softer and more approachable than Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot produces plush, velvety wines with generous fruit flavors. It's the world's second most planted red grape and the backbone of many legendary Bordeaux blends.

CuerpoMedium
AcidezMedium
TaninosMedium
DulzorDry
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The movie 'Sideways' (2004) caused a significant drop in Merlot sales while boosting Pinot Noir.

👃 Notas de cata

Sabores primarios

PlumBlack cherryRaspberry

Sabores secundarios

ChocolateVanillaCoffeeHerbs

Aromas

VioletBay leafClove

🌍 Regiones vinícolas famosas

Pomerol

France
Legendary status

Home to Château Pétrus, produces the world's most expensive Merlot

Saint-Émilion

France
UNESCO heritage wines

Medieval village producing elegant, age-worthy Merlot

Napa Valley

USA
California opulence

Rich, plush style with ripe fruit

Hawke's Bay

New Zealand
Cool-climate finesse

Elegant, Bordeaux-style wines

🍽️ Maridajes perfectos para la comida

Roast chicken
Pork tenderloin
Mushroom risotto
Brie cheese
Pasta with meat sauce

🌡️ Guía de servicio

Temperatura

15-17°C (59-63°F)

Tipo de copa

Bordeaux glass

Decantación

30 minutes to 1 hour

Potencial de envejecimiento

3-15 years

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