Wines that pair with
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Red · Medium · Dry
California Merlot, when made well — plummy, supple, with a touch of cocoa and earlier drinkability than its Bordeaux cousins. The unfairly maligned dinner-party red.
Why it works with Contemporary Cassoulet
American Merlot's mid-weight flatters Contemporary Cassoulet without taking over — the everyday red strategy.
Red · Medium · Dry
American Bordeaux-style blend — must use the traditional Bordeaux grape varieties. The flag for serious New World red blending; varies wildly in style.
Why it works with Contemporary Cassoulet
American Red Meritage's mid-weight flatters Contemporary Cassoulet without taking over — the everyday red strategy.
Bordeaux's Right Bank jewel — Merlot-dominated blends on iron-rich clay, producing wines of plush richness and remarkable longevity. The reference for elegant Merlot.
Why it works with Contemporary Cassoulet
Pomerol and Contemporary Cassoulet make a workable pairing — taste, adjust, enjoy.
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