Bordeaux wine recommendation: Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are the most representative

Bordeaux wine, as a representative of French wine, has a long history and unique charm. Bordeaux is located in the southwestern part of France. With its unique geographical and climatic conditions, the grapes grow very well and the wines it produces are world famous. In this article, HongKong Wineretailer-SupermeOnly will discuss the most representative varieties of Bordeaux red wine with you, so as to help you better understand and taste Bordeaux wine.

Bordeaux wine recommendation: Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are the most representative

The main varieties of Bordeaux wine mainly include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot, among which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are the two most representative varieties of Bordeaux wine.

Cabernet Sauvignon is a relatively hard grape variety. The wine produced usually has a strong black fruit flavor, a heavy taste, and abundant tannins. It is very suitable for red meat, such as beef and lamb.

Merlot is a relatively soft and common variety, and the wines produced are usually rich in fruit and taste, but with light tannins, which are suitable for white meat.

When tasting Bordeaux wine, not only need to pay attention to the variety of grapes, but also need to master tasting skills and methods. for example:

Choose an appropriate wine glass, usually a tulip-shaped wine glass, to better preserve the aroma and taste.

Control the temperature of the wine and usually serve it at room temperature.

Pay attention to the color, smell and taste of the wine, and pair it with the right food at the right time.

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