Merlot –  is a dark blue-coloured wine grape variety, that is used as both a blending grape and for varietal wines. The name Merlot is thought to be a diminutive of merle, the French name for the blackbird, probably a reference to the color of the grape.

Merlot Characteristics

• Sweetness: bone dry
• Tannins: medium to high
• Body: medium-full body
• Acidity: medium acidity

Food Pairing:

Merlot perfect with grilled fish dishes, shellfish, salt cod.

Merlot flavours:

Cherry, plum, chocolate, bay leaf, vanilla