Merlot, even though its origin is probably French, can be considered an international grape variety as it is also grown in Italy, Switzerland and many other parts of the world. Present in Geneva for several decades, it has adapted particularly well to our climate. It gives tannic wines but more supple than the Cabernets. Usually quite intensely coloured, it will show beautiful shades of red and purple.
\nThe Merlot is suitable for vinification in vats as well as for maturing in barrels. Our Merlot is matured in oak barrels to bring to its bouquet the complexity of the wood\u2019s aromas but also to tame its tannins.<\/p>\n
Tasting:<\/strong> Food and wine pairing:<\/strong> Merlot, although its origin is probably French, can be considered an international grape because it is also grown\u00a0in Italy, Switzerland and in many other regions throughout the world. Present in Geneva for several decades, it is particularly\u00a0well adapted to our climate. It gives tannic wines, but more muted than the Cabernets. Generally quite intensely coloured, it shows beautiful shades of red and purple. Merlot behaves well both to normal vinification in vats or to barrel aging. Our Merlot is aged in oak casks to fully develop its bouquet of complex wood aromas , but also to somewhat mellow the tannins.<\/p>\n Tasting:<\/strong> Accompagnies:<\/strong>
\nNose: fresh with a mix of red and black fruit notes.
\nPalate: the mouth is structured and the tannins are still very present, especially in a young wine.<\/p>\n
\nLeg of lamb, grilled pork chops, ribs, hare.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
\nBouquet: Fresh with a mix of red and black fruits.
\nPalate: The taste is full bodied, with the tannins still very present, especially in young wine.<\/p>\n
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