Vin rougeBordeaux, France
Merlot
Aussi connu sous le nom de: 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.
CorpsMedium
AciditéMedium
TaninsMedium
DouceurDry
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The movie 'Sideways' (2004) caused a significant drop in Merlot sales while boosting Pinot Noir.
👃 Notes de dégustation
Saveurs principales
PlumBlack cherryRaspberry
Saveurs secondaires
ChocolateVanillaCoffeeHerbs
Arômes
VioletBay leafClove
🌍 Régions viticoles célèbres
Pomerol
FranceHome to Château Pétrus, produces the world's most expensive Merlot
Saint-Émilion
FranceMedieval village producing elegant, age-worthy Merlot
Napa Valley
USARich, plush style with ripe fruit
Hawke's Bay
New ZealandElegant, Bordeaux-style wines
🍽️ Accords mets parfaits
Roast chicken
Pork tenderloin
Mushroom risotto
Brie cheese
Pasta with meat sauce
🌡️ Guide de service
Température
15-17°C (59-63°F)
Type de verre
Bordeaux glass
Carafer
30 minutes to 1 hour
⏳ Potentiel de vieillissement
3-15 years