The 5 year aged cheddar pairs well with Merlot. These wines work best with an aged cheddar, which is fruit-forward, with deep, concentrated flavours. The best examples of these wines come from the Bordeaux region in France and the Napa Valley in California. The luscious black fruits aromas and underlying green herbaceous notes are classic trademarks of this wine, making it a bold and confident choice for the sharp Cheddar cheese.