149: Merlot In-Depth
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Boozy Biddies Talk Wine
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The biddies continue their tour of the noble varieties with merlot. Merlot produces very smooth wine which is often blended with other varietals to lessen any harshness. It’s featured in some of the biddies favorite Super Tuscan wines. Tune in to learn about where to find 100% merlots, the best blends, and the Sideways movie fallout.
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