This week we talk ab
out the Goldilocks of red wine -- Merlot. The crowd pleaser of the reds, this versatile grape has a style for just about everyone. There are haters out there, but keep in mind, this is a main grape of Bordeaux and is responsible for one of the finest, most expensive wines in the world from there...it deserves some respect!
Show notes:
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Main Topic: Merlot (yes, the "t" is silent)
- The Goldilocks wine -- medium and great because of it!
- Descriptions of different styles of Merlot and why some of it is kind of bad and some is outstanding
- Merlot's relationship with Cabernet Sauvignon
- A bit of background on this lovely grape -- where it came from
- Growing regions and styles: France (Bordeaux), Italy, the Baltic states, New Zealand, Australia, and US (Washington State and CA)
- A little on food pairing
- Prestigious producers of Merlot
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