American Merlot
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 Muscovy Duck Breasts With Pomegranate-wine Sauce
Medium reds like American Merlot hold up well to Muscovy Duck Breasts With Pomegranate-wine Sauce, especially when roasted or grilled.