Merlot vs Pinot Noir: Which Soft Red Is Right for You?
Merlot and Pinot Noir are the two reds people reach for when they do not want a big, grippy wine, ...
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Cabernet Sauvignon vs Merlot: What Is the Difference?
Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are the two most planted red grapes in Bordeaux, they are usually blended together, and they ...
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What Is a Fifth Growth Wine? The 1855 Bordeaux Ranking Explained
A fifth growth is a Bordeaux château in the bottom band of the 1855 classification. There are 18, twelve of them in Pauillac, and the label says more about 1855 prices than today’s wine.
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Best Red Wine for Mushroom Bourguignon: What to Pour (and What to Avoid)
The best red wine for mushroom bourguignon is Pinot Noir, with Gamay and Grenache close behind. Why the meat-free version needs softer wine than the beef one, and what to avoid.
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Meatloaf Wine Pairing: What to Pour for Beef or Turkey
Grenache, Merlot or Barbera are the best wines for meatloaf. The mince is not the hard part, the sweet and salty glaze on top is.
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Meatloaf Wine Pairing: What to Pour (and What to Avoid)
The best wine with meatloaf is a soft, fruity red: Merlot first, then juicy Shiraz, Zinfandel or Grenache. Why the glaze is the tricky bit, what to avoid, and a stock-checked bottle for tonight.
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Best Wine for Mulled Wine: 9 Reds That Work (and What to Avoid)
The best wine for mulled wine is cheap, fruity and low in tannin. Nine reds that work, the ones to avoid, a stock-checked bottle, our basic recipe with three twists and the standard-drinks maths.
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