Because that's what it's most suited for.
merlot is made with red grapes and cabernet is made with blue grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon.
Bordeaux cepage is cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and merlot
Merlot is a cousin of Cabernet Sauvignon.
Both are red but they are two different grapes. Merlot have been a blending grape into Cabernet for years to soften and round out the wine. Cabernet is the king of the reds and is the most full bodied of all red wines.
Cabernet Sauvignon
A merlot or cabernet sauvignon would be nice. (Both are red wines)
Generally, both Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are considered dry red wines, but Cabernet Sauvignon tends to have slightly less residual sugar compared to Merlot. This is because Cabernet grapes typically have a thicker skin and higher tannin content, which can result in less sugar remaining after fermentation. However, the exact sugar content can vary based on the winemaking process and the specific wine producer. Always check the label for precise information if sugar content is a concern.
It mostly depends on the year's harvest. The domain's grapes are 65% Cabernet-sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet-Franc.
Claret typically refers to red wine from the Bordeaux region in France. It is typically a blended wine made from grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc.
Merlot wine contains 21 to 22 calories per ounce. So, multiply by 8 ounces, and you have 168 to 176 calories. A typical 750 ml (25.35 oz.) bottle of Merlot would contain 532 to 558 calories.
For making mulled wine, it is best to use a dry red wine such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Zinfandel.