Merlot
Red · Medium · Dry
Cabernet's softer sibling — plum, black cherry, and a whisper of chocolate, framed by rounder tannins and earlier drinkability. The wine that built Pomerol and the one to reach for when Cabernet feels like overkill.
Why it works with Open Faced Steak Sandwich Topped With Sautéed Celery Root And Leeks
Lighter than a Cabernet, Merlot still has the weight to match Open Faced Steak Sandwich Topped With Sautéed Celery Root And Leeks's body.