Wines made from Merlot grapes of Thracian Valley - Page 2
Discover the best wines made with Merlot as a single variety or as a blend of Thracian Valley.
More informations about the variety Merlot
Merlot noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Bordeaux). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small to medium sized bunches, and medium sized grapes. Merlot noir can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Loire Valley, Armagnac, Burgundy, Jura, Champagne, Rhone Valley, Beaujolais, Provence & Corsica, Savoie & Bugey.
More informations about the region of Thracian Valley
Thracian Lowlands is a wine region in the South of Bulgaria. It one of two PGI designations for Bulgarian wine recognized for export into the EU. The other is Danubian Plains. Both were introduced in 2007 as Part of Bulgaria's preparations for joining the EU.
What are the typical flavors of the Merlot grape variety?
- OakPresent in 32% of Merlot
- Black fruitPresent in 30% of Merlot
- Red fruitPresent in 27% of Merlot
- Non oakPresent in 19% of Merlot
- SpicesPresent in 16% of Merlot
- EarthPresent in 16% of Merlot
- Tree fruitPresent in 3% of Merlot
- Dried fruitPresent in 3% of Merlot
- MicrobioPresent in 3% of Merlot
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Merlot
- CherryPresent in 1% of Merlot
- OakyPresent in 1% of Merlot
- FloralPresent in 1% of Merlot
- CreamPresent in 1% of Merlot
- PeachPresent in 1% of Merlot
- StrawberriesPresent in 1% of Merlot
News about the grape variety Merlot
Axel Heinz leaves Ornellaia to join Château Lascombes
Axel Heinz, the longtime director of Ornellaia and Masseto, is leaving Tuscany for Bordeaux to take up a new position at Château Lascombes, classified second growth in Margaux. It was announced yesterday (23rd March), that Heinz was stepping down as estate director at Ornellaia and Masseto. His role will officially come to an end this summer. Heinz joined the Bolgheri estate in 2005. His 18-year tenure was marked by ‘massive development and success’ said CEO Giovanni Geddes, which, he added, wer ...
Meet the 2023 DFWE NYC Grand Tasting exhibitors
There is just under two months to go until the stunning Manhatta restaurant opens its doors for the second time to welcome you to the highly anticipated Decanter Fine Wine Encounter NYC this June. Not only will there be a sensational line-up of masterclasses held throughout the day, but guests can also enjoy a walk-around the Grand Tasting, which offers a rare opportunity to taste fine wines and meet the people behind the bottles. The Grand Tasting is at the heart of DFWE and will showcase wines ...
Premiere Napa Valley 2022 auction sales top $2m
Total sales in the Premiere Napa Valley 2022 auction hit $2.1m, including the buyer’s premium, according to Sotheby’s, which co-hosted the event alongside trade body Napa Valley Vintners. All 109 lots were ‘one-of-a-kind’ cuvées from leading producers, created specifically for the Premiere Napa Valley 2022 auction. Wines were from the 2019, 2020 and 2021 vintages. Only trade buyers can take part in the annual sale, but restaurants, retailers and merchants purchasing lots will generally offer the ...