“Merlot wines are also called “Cabernet without the pain”, inferring the lack of astringency that young Cabernet-Sauvignon usually have.
This is due to Merlot grapes having less tannins, making the wine softer. In blends Merlot can make the wines more velvety…”
Read more in Angelina Tratan’s article "Сердце заМЕРЛО" .
