They say Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are good brothers, and they often grow and blend together. We know that good brothers come together because they have many similarities. And the most important thing we care about is the food and drink, when the delicious meal is in front of us, which bottle should we open? Want to know who is better for your dinner? Start with the birthplace of the brothers.
1.The comparison of birthplace with flavor
Cabernet sauvignon was born in the 15th century in Bordeaux, France, and although growing in a growing area, the conditions are quite different. Cabernet sauvignon needs to grow in a well-drained soil, while the gravel soil of the Medoc region on the left bank of bordeaux meets that requirement. In addition, the gravel absorbs heat and passes it to the vine, making the fruit mature faster.
Merlot is better off in the clay or limestone soils of the Gironde Estuary on the right bank of bordeaux. This type of soil tends to keep cooler temperatures, making the grape ripening stage lag.
Climate plays a very important role in the formation of wine flavors. Cool climate grape crops are often more soil flavor, tannins are more outstanding, and warm climate grown grape fruit more energetic, more soft tannins.
In general, cabernet sauvignon wines are more gallant and merlot is softer. But there is no small number of melo wines, depending on the specific growth of the grapes.
Who is better for your dinner?
After learning the similarities and differences between the cabernet sauvignon and merlot, the question is: how do we choose when we make a meal? Cabernet sauvignon is not the right thing to do if your dinner is very delicate and subtle. In contrast, cabernet sauvignon is a no-no option if it is a staple food such as steak, roast duck and wild birds. So can fish dinner choose cabernet sauvignon wine? Cabernet sauvignon is more tannin, and the oil in the fish may make the tannins more prominent, so it is not suitable for the heavier fish. But it's nice to have cabernet sauvignon wines with less greasy seafood like tuna, swordfish and sharks. Of course, pairing these fish with a lighter red wine would be a better choice.
Because the tannins of merlot are softer and sweeter, they can be paired with many cuisines. For example, merlot wines are a great match for Italian dishes with ketchup as the main sauce. Because the flavor of merlot is not covered by the flavor of the tomato sauce, it can also make its acidity less prominent. In addition, melo wines are a great way to highlight the salty flavors of chicken, mushrooms and Parmesan cheese.
Although the two kinds of wine production and wine in a similar way, but they were very different, if want to make the perfect meal choice, know the differences are very necessary
