Wines made from Merlot grapes of Aegean
Discover the best wines made with Merlot as a single variety or as a blend of Aegean.
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 Aegean
The Aegean wine region Lies in the western Part of Turkey, on the end of the Anatolian peninsula, facing the Aegean Sea and the Greek Islands. It accounts for over half of all wine produced in the country. The Climate is typically Mediterranean with hot summers and mild winters. Coastal vineyards are often at an altitude of around 150 meters, and have the most pronounced maritime influences.
What are the typical flavors of the Merlot grape variety?
- OakPresent in 36% of Merlot
- Red fruitPresent in 34% of Merlot
- Black fruitPresent in 30% of Merlot
- EarthPresent in 29% of Merlot
- SpicesPresent in 29% of Merlot
- Non oakPresent in 28% of Merlot
- MicrobioPresent in 12% of Merlot
- Dried fruitPresent in 7% of Merlot
- FloralPresent in 6% of Merlot
- Citrus fruitPresent in 4% of Merlot