Combine Cabernet and Merlot Wines for a Unique Treat
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


Defined Tag: Merlot Wines.

With so many choices available in the world of wine, it pays to give one of the fine Merlot wines a try. The Merlot grape is grown in a number of countries so it is possible to try many international varieties all with their own subtle differences. Compared to another popular red wine, Cabernet, Merlot is considered to be a bit softer, medium-weighted wine. In fact, it is often combined with the heavier Cabernet to soften it a bit. When further compared with Cabernet, Merlot has fewer tannins and as a result, is typically ready to drink sooner.

The concept of tannins is an important part of the complex taste component involved in wine tasting. Tannin is actually a chemical derived from stalks, pips and skins of red grapes. Armed with an astringent taste, tannins tend to produce a dry sensation in the mouth and may even result in a pucker when tasted. Because tannins often soften over time, they tend to be more noticeable in younger red wines. With time and proper aging, tannins produce a full-bodied quality that improves the wine as it softens. Of course, there are many more factors that go into evaluating the taste of wine including sweetness, acidity, alcohol, fruitiness, body and aftertaste. Of course the overall impression of a wine by its drinker is probably the most important of the taste considerations.

If you're new to Merlot, it is wise to browse through your local wine shop and look over all of the different varieties. Consult with the store personnel to see if they can offer any recommendations or information about the various selections. If you don't have a wine shop convenient, go online and do a search. There is so much information and places to order wine from that you will have more selections than you ever imagined possible. And if you are a fan of Cabernet wine but find it a bit heavy, choose one of the Merlot wines and give mixing the two together a try for a special and completely unique treat.

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