Merlot Basics Flashcards
Like Cabernet Sauvignon, this grape isdeeply colored, full bodied, and full flavored
Merlot
What two grape varieties tend to be planted near one another
Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon
True or False: Merlot is early to bud and ripen, preferring cooler soils than Cabernet Sauvignon and requiring less sun to achieve full maturity.
True
What grape offers peace of mind for farmers in case the weather turns before Cabernet is ready to pick
Merlot
What are the styles that desribe Merlot?
Ripe, fruity, oaky, textural, decadent
What are the 3 possible wine making steps for Merlot?
De-stemming, oak barrel, blending
What are the 2 growing climates for Merlot?
Warm and Moderate
What are the top 3 regions that grow Merlot
Bordeaux, France
U.S.A.
Chile
Merlot that is Deep Ruby w/ garnet rim is
Aged
Merlot that is Ruby means
Using less oak and/or from moderate climates
Merlot that is Deep Ruby w/ Blue purple tone =
= youthful style from warmer climate or warmer vintages in moderate climate
round texture and juicy fruit character describes what grape varietal?
Merlot
True or False: Merlot accentuates spices of all sorts and integrates with foods that have sweetness or tanginess, where other wines might clash and seem sour
True
True or False: like Grenache, a great BBQ wine, Merlot is one of the few reds that can hold up to the sweet spices and dark chili in a traditional Mexican mole.
True
What other mexican dish does a full bodied Merlot pair well with?
empanada
