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Merlot
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Merlot is a rather smooth and friendly wine, containing soft fresh fruit and approachable tannin levels (that “dry mouth” feeling). This particular grape can display notes of cherry, strawberry, raspberry, plum and currant with more complex versions (comparable to Cabernet Sauvignon) producing flavors of chocolate, earth/herbs, coffee, and tobacco. Merlot originated in France, specifically in the Bordeaux region around 1784. While most famous for being one of the Bordeaux varietals in France, Merlot is planted in virtually every wine region in the world as well. This pleasant grape is adaptable to warm climate regions, but also performs well in cooler areas which enable it to retain fresh levels of acidity. Merlot is a wonderful blending varietal and is often interwoven with other grapes to create softness in a wine. |
Spain
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Spain has 2.9 million acres of vineyards and is the most widely-planted wine-producing nation. There are 400 varieties of grapes with 80% of production originating from 20 grape varieties including Tempranillo, Albarino, Garnacha, Mencia, Palomino, Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Monastrell. Some of the major wine regions include Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Toro, Jerez, and Priorat. Under Roman rule, Spanish wine was sold throughout the Roman Empire and wine production continued during the rule of the Moors. Following the Spanish Reconquesta, exportation of Spanish wines continued with Spanish missionaries and conquistadors bringing European vine stock to the New World. In the late 19th century, the sparkling wine industry (Cava) began and by the 20th century, Cava production rivaled that of Champagne. Civil and political upheaval and two world wars adversely affected the Spanish wine industry, but the 1950’s brought with it a revival. In the 21st century, Spain is now considered a serious wine-producing country and home to many extraordinary values. Famous Brands to look for include Vega Sicilia, Pesquera, Clos Mogador, Clos Erasmus, Segura Viudas, Muga and Castano. |
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Magaña Calchetas
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Ópera Prima Merlot
2010 / 750 ml.
Spain | La ManchaItem #30044Buy 2010 Opera Prima Merlot, a red wine from La Mancha in Spain, at WineTransit.com Learn More
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