Wines made from Merlot grapes of Alentejano
Discover the best wines made with Merlot as a single variety or as a blend of Alentejano.
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 Alentejano
Tejo">Alentejo is a well-known, highly respected wine region in eastern Portugal. This hot, Dry area covers approximately a third of the country and is best known for its red wine, the best of which are sold under the and Alentejo DOC (Denominacao de Origem Controlada) title. Wine from Alentejo is typically made from Aragonez (Tempranillo), Castelao, Trincadeira or a Rich, ripe, jammy blend of the three. Antao Vaz is the white variety of choice here, producing a good level of Acidity and tropical fruit flavors.
What are the typical flavors of the Merlot grape variety?
- BlackberryPresent in 1% of Merlot
- StrawberriesPresent in 1% of Merlot
- PlumPresent in 1% of Merlot
- JamPresent in 1% of Merlot
- LeatherPresent in 1% of Merlot
- RaspberryPresent in 1% of Merlot
- PepperPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Black currantPresent in 1% of Merlot
- ChocolatePresent in 1% of Merlot
- MushroomPresent in 1% of Merlot