The Wine Profile

1 Which fruit flavour is most commonly associated with Merlot?

A Green apple B Grapefruit C Passion fruit D Plum

2 How would you describe the tannin feel of a typical Merlot?

A Harsh and mouth-puckering B Completely absent — no tannin at all C Soft, round, and velvety D Bitter and astringent like unripe tea

3 Which simple dish pairs well with a glass of Merlot?

A Pasta with meat sauce B Sushi with wasabi C Lemon sorbet D Very spicy vindaloo curry

4 How would you describe Merlot's body compared to Cabernet Sauvignon?

A Extremely light and silky, similar to Pinot Noir in body B About as full-bodied as Cab, but with a softer feel in the mouth C Heavier and more powerful than Cab, with more chewy texture D Much lighter than Cab, almost like a white wine in weight

5 At what temperature is Merlot typically best served?

A Chilled at 8-10°C, similar to a white wine B Just above room temperature, around 22-24°C C Around 16-18°C (slightly below room temperature) D Cellar temperature of 10-12°C, served without warming

6 Which description best fits Merlot compared to other red wines?

A Tougher and more grippy than Cabernet, with firm, drying tannins B Just as delicate and hard to appreciate as Pinot Noir for beginners C So light and fruity that it almost resembles a rosé wine in style D Easier to enjoy than Cabernet, but not as delicate and tricky as Pinot Noir