Wines made from Merzling grapes of Gelderland
Discover the best wines made with Merzling as a single variety or as a blend of Gelderland.
More informations about the variety Merzling
A cross between Seyval and FR 375-52 (Riesling x Pinot Gris or Rülander) obtained in Germany in 1960 by Johannes Zimmermann. It can be found in Denmark, Belgium, Switzerland, Lithuania, the Czech Republic, etc. In France, it is practically unknown.
More informations about the region of Gelderland
The wine region of Gelderland of Netherlands. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Betuws Wijndomein or the Domaine Betuws Wijndomein produce mainly wines white, red and sparkling. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Gelderland are Johanniter, Regent and Solaris, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Gelderland often reveals types of flavors of citrus, apples or minerality and sometimes also flavors of earth, tree fruit or citrus fruit.
What are the typical flavors of the Merzling grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 1% of Merzling
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Merzling
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Merzling
- Tropical fruitPresent in 1% of Merzling
News about the grape variety Merzling
Welcoming Decanter’s new Champagne correspondent
Hewson joins Decanter’s team of expert writers to provide comprehensive coverage of this classic wine region. He writes about Champagne and sparkling wine on his blog and newsletter, Six Atmospheres, and authored Tim Atkin MW’s Champagne report and English wine report in 2022. With his finger on the pulse of this dynamic region, Hewson is well placed to unpick and report on the latest happenings in Champagne, bringing the most exciting stories to Decanter readers. Commenting on his appointment, ...
Rhône 2020: best-value wines
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The Mâcon plus appellation investigated through its geology and geography
The Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) invites you to enjoy this video in which Jean-Pierre Renard, Expert Instructor at the Ecole des Vins de Bourgogne, explains the topographical and geological characteristics of the appellation Mâcon plus geographical denomination . The tectonics and the very different nature of the rocks that make up the subsoil of this region explain the great variety of soils found in this part fo Bourgogne. It also explains why each wine offers a different personnality. This vid ...