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Winery | Oliver |
|---|---|
Grapes | Merlot |
Region | Paso Robles |
Wine style | Californian Merlot |
Alcohol content | 15.8% |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Wine description | The Merlot was aged in French oak barrels which adds nice flavors and aromas to the wine without overpowering the fruit. Merlot is a great wine paired with aged cheddar or Gruyère cheese, or with a hearty red sauce. So whip up a batch of grandma’s famous spaghetti and meatballs and enjoy. |
California Merlots tend to more fruit-forward, with lots of raspberry and blackberry cut with strong mocha and chocolate notes. The tannin tends to be softer in warm climates.
Merlot is known for producing an inky, purple juice that varies hugely in complexity depending on the process used to make it.
Merlot is the most commonly known grape variety in France, and is one of the six permitted grap...
