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3.14 Merlot Flashcards

1
Q

In what climates does Merlot thrive?

A

Moderate
Warm

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2
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Name 6 countries known for production of quality Merlot

A

France
United States
South Africa
New Zealand
Australia
Chile

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3
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What’s M’s “home-land”

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Bordeaux, France

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4
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Describe the aroma/flavor profile and structure of M.

A

It varies!

Just ripe grapes:
* Dry
* Light to medium body
* Medium acidity
* Medium tannins
* Red fruit
* Green bell pepper

Riper grapes:
* Dry
* Medium to full body
* Medium acidity
* Medium tannins
* Black fruit

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5
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How are riper style Ms achieved?

A

warm climate
OR
harvesting later in a moderate climate

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6
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Is M blended or single varietal?

A

Both

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7
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Why is M typically blended into other wines, especially with Cabernet Sauvignon?

A
  • Merlot softens the more aggressive tannins of other grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon.
  • Merlot also adds red fruit flavors and approachability allowing the wine to be drunk younger.
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8
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Is M oaked or un- oaked?

A

It depends…..

Just-ripe Merlot - which is lighter in body, it doesn’t usually see oak.

Riper Merlot - which is fuller in body, this style is usually enhanced by the use of oak which adds complexity and flavor.

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9
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Are M wines age-worthy?

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Yes

They can develop notes of dried fruit & tobacco

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10
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What are the 2 regional appellations used for Merlot that can be grown anywhere in Bordeaux?

A
  1. Bordeaux AOC
  2. Bordeaux Supérieur AOC
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11
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What’s the difference between Bordeaux AOC and Bordeaux Supérieur AOC?

A

Bordeaux Supérieur AOC has stricter regulations:
* Lower yields
* Higher minimum alcohol
* Slightly longer aging

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12
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What grape contributes the largest percentage to Bordeaux AOC and Bordeaux Supérieur AOC?

A

Merlot

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13
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What’s the climate of Bordeaux?

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Moderate with lots of rain

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14
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Are Bordeaux reds usually blended or single varietal?

A

Blended

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15
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Which grape is the most extensively planted in the Bordeaux region?

A

Merlot

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16
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What are the rivers of Bordeaux?

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Garonne and Dordogne Rivers which flow into the Gironde Estuary.

17
Q

Name the 3 main subregions of Bordeaux (in refence to the 3 rivers)

A

Left Bank
Right Bank
Entre-deux-mers

18
Q

Are Left Bank or Right Bank wines generally more Merlot dominate?

A

Left Bank

19
Q

Name 3 famous appellations on the Right Bank.

A
  • Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC
  • Saint-Émilion AOC
  • Pomerol AOC
20
Q

Name 7 famous appellations on Left Bank?

A
  • Médoc AOC
  • Haut-Médoc AOC
  • Pauillac AOC
  • Margaux AOC
  • Graves AOC
  • Pessac-Léognan AOC
  • Sauternes AOC (sweet wine only)
21
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Describe the style of Merlot-based blends from Pomerol AOC and Saint-Émilion AOC.

A
  • Dry
  • Full body
  • Concentrated black fruits
  • Oak
22
Q

What’s the climate type of Languedoc-Roussilion?

A

Warm

23
Q

In the Languedoc, what are Merlot’s typical blending partners?

A

Cabernet
Syrah
Grenache

(there are a few single varietal wines produced…..most are blended to enhance quality)

24
Q

What appellation in California makes M in a simple, fruity, medium-bodied style?

A

California AVA

25
Q

Name 2 regions in California that make M in a concentrated, full-bodied style.

A

Sonoma
Napa Valley

26
Q

Is it common for California Merlots to be influenced by oak, be it from oak chips or new oak barrels?

A

Very!

27
Q

What area of Chile allows for high yield/high volume M?

A

Central Valley

28
Q

Which region of South Africa is known for its Bordeaux red blends?

A

Stellenbosch

29
Q

Which region in Australia uses Merlot to produce Bordeaux red blends?

A

Margaret River

30
Q

Which region in New Zealand uses Merlot in their Bordeaux red blends?

A

Hawke’s Bay

Merlot in Hawke’s Bay can be bottled as a single varietal or used in blends, with styles ranging from light and approachable to full and age-worthy.

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