Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cabernet?

[Jeannebelle]

Hi everyone, I need your help. I am somewhat new to the world of wine. I have always enjoyed various wines when socializing or dining out. Usually, I would choose my wine by asking my date, waiter, or going with something that I am familiar with like White Zinfandel. However, I don't know where to start to differentiate one wine from another. Please, can someone tell me the plus and minus of Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cabernet? How are they similar and different? Which one would be more of my liking for someone who is intriguing, exciting, sophisticated, and playful? I am also a spontaneous combination person, I like a little bit of everything, and I don't mind exploring.