Tasting notes
Fruity, Body · Dry
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickHerb-roasted chicken with crispy potatoes
Golden skin and herb-scented jus enhance the wine's moderate acidity and sweet fruitiness, while the texture of the potatoes complements the medium body without masking the delicate tannins.
- Grilled peach and burrata salad with lemon oil
Juicy grilled peaches and creamy burrata lift the wine’s bright fruitiness; gentle acidity from lemon balances the soft tannins and highlights the wine’s medium body.
- Duck confit with thyme-roasted apples
The richness and tender confit meat contrast with the brightness of the roasted apples; the moderate tannins and full structure of the wine support the fat and reveal red fruit notes.
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- Baked cod with potatoes and peppers
Roasted cod loin with seasoned potatoes and peppers; moderate salinity and firm texture balance the wine's soft minerality and fruitiness, maintaining a good body.
- Honey-ginger glazed salmon, crunchy vegetables
The sweet honey glaze and vibrant ginger resonate with the pronounced fruitiness and restrained acidity, while the body supports the fatty flesh of the fish.
- Aged Beef Carpaccio with Cured Cheese Shavings
The freshness of the raw meat and the intensity of the cheese benefit from the presence of tannins, creating a refreshing and sophisticated balance that enhances the fruity notes without overwhelming the discerning palate.
Serve between 16°C and 18°C
Common varieties
Merlot
Merlot is a popular grape variety originating from the Bordeaux region. It produces smooth and fruity red wines with aromas of red fruits and soft tannins.