Young Novices

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Actually, I prefer Merlot blended with other grape varieties rather than on its own. In Bordeaux it is blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and other grapes. It Australia it is sometimes blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Italy does have some good wines based solely on the Merlot grape, and Australia has a nice one from Irvine (but rather expensive). Blackstone and Bogle are two California wineries that produce a decent Merlot but I would not call it my favorite grape variety by any means. My favorites include Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc (white wines) and Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon (red wines).