Vinsleksikon/Røde druer/Merlot
RødvinBordeaux, France

Merlot

Også kjent som: 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.

FyldeMedium
SyrlighetMedium
TanninerMedium
SødmeDry
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The movie 'Sideways' (2004) caused a significant drop in Merlot sales while boosting Pinot Noir.

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🌍 Berømte vinregioner

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

🍽️ Perfekte matkombinasjoner

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

🌡️ Serveringsguide

Temperatur

15-17°C (59-63°F)

Glass type

Bordeaux glass

Dekantering

30 minutes to 1 hour

Lagringspotensial

3-15 years

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