Definitions
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- noun A black
variety ofgrape , originally from theBordeaux region ofFrance - noun A dry red
wine made from this grape
Etymologies
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Examples
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The rose ($15), a blend of cabernet sauvignon and merlot, is satisfying and certainly seasonally appropriate.
NYC Events 2009
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I think merlot is the most accomplished variety out there, clearly.
LENNDEVOURS: 2009
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The Sherwood House merlot is a wine that doesn't get enough fanfare ... it's a house favorite.
Our Kitchen 2009
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Many in the local wine community maintain that merlot is the variety that matters most here on Long Island, but that isn't what I'm seeing when it comes to the wines they want me to take west with me.
Rants 2009
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Bedell Cellars 1995 Cupola ($N/A) a blend of cabernet and merlot, is that last "wow" wine from the tasting.
LENNDEVOURS: 2009
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For my next batch, which will be ready in time for holiday gift giving, I'm going to use only merlot from the North Fork of Long Island AVA.
Our Kitchen 2009
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Bedell Cellars 1995 Cupola ($N/A) a blend of cabernet and merlot, is that last "wow" wine from the tasting.
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And, it's a decent value in $20 local merlot from a cool vintage.
LENNDEVOURS: 2009
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And, it's a decent value in $20 local merlot from a cool vintage.
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I wonder what Long Island wineries are thinking deciding that merlot is the grape they're going to stake their reputations on.
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