Cabernet Merlot is a perfect red wine blend that brings forth the best characters of both the varietals used to craft it. The robust Cabernet Sauvignon renders rich tannins, nice acidity and a great texture to this wine while the plump Merlot brings in juicy fruit flavours. A typical Cabernet Merlot enjoys a medium body and displays aromas of black fruits and cassis backed with hints of either cedar or vanilla depending on oak maturation technique used. If the wine is matured in American oak, it’ll display vanillin notes and if it is matured in French oak, it’ll display cedary notes. The palate of this blend is generous, displaying flavours of blackberries, cherries, plums and raspberries. An elegant and fruity wine, Cab Merlot is best enjoyed with food like sautéed shiitake mushrooms, beef roast, venison rump, lamb chops and grilled steak.
