Merlot Wine Tasting Notes

The classic merlot grape originated from the bordeaux region of france label hint.
Merlot wine tasting notes. The blind tasting tell on merlot because merlot wine is so sensitive to light merlot based wines tinge orange on the rim. At the wine bistro we have carefully selected a list of unique hand crafted wines that pair well with our menu items. While merlot flavor does vary dependent upon where it s grown climate wise you ll typically get notes of ripe blue black and red fruit. Bright lively fresh and perfect for holiday celebrations.
Here are some suggestions. Scroll down to see the aromatic and flavor specifics depending on region. Merlot wine grapes flavor character history wine food pairing tips merlot wine grapes merlot is the most popular and widely planted wine grape varietal in france reaching its true zenith of expression in bordeaux wine. Produced by marco fantinel at his estate in tauriano.
Roast turkey beef short rib or a rustic ratatouille. Prosecco fantinel with bistro crab cakes. Merlot typically produces a soft medium bodied red wine with juicy dark fruit flavors. For a merlot dominant blend such as entry level bordeaux that has earthy notes as well as ripeness think.
Looking for a perfect pairing. Emilion pomerol and fronsac to find a right bank bordeaux blend that will carry a higher percentage of merlot in the blend.