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GETTING TO KNOW WINE. WHERE DO I BEGIN?
BORDEAUX
Map of France
3 Important Wine Regions
- Merlot
(plums, blueberries & cherries)
Merlot has become hugely popular as a wine of its own, though traditionally, it has been used for blending with other grapes to shape the character of a wine. This is a friendly wine to everyone's palate, even a newcomer to the red wine scene. It can offer up some rich berry, honey, or mint, and is not as tannic as a Cabernet Sauvignon.
Tip: Remember, merlot is the name of the grape variety. When it is made into wine it is known as the merlot varietal.
It originates in Bordeaux & is now produced in many New World wine regions...
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Varietal
Wine 101 (step 1)
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