Merlot vs Grenache noir
Compare Merlot and Grenache noir: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Merlot | Grenache noir | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | noir | noir |
| Number of wines | 81119 | 1685 |
| Average rating | 3.66 / 5 | 3.88 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, Italy, United States, Spain, Chile | France, Spain, United States, Australia, South Africa |
Merlot
Round and fleshy reds with a velvety texture, showing aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, cocoa and truffle notes with age. Supple tannins, generous alcohol, indulgent finish. Pillar of Libournais (Pomerol with Pétrus, Saint-Émilion with Cheval Blanc and Ausone) and signature of Super Tuscans, Italian Wales and Washington State. A cross of Cabernet Franc × Magdeleine Noire, France's most planted red variety.
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Supple, sunny reds with a light robe and generous alcohol, with aromas of candied red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, cherry), garrigue, gentle spices, white pepper and kirsch notes. Ripe tannins and a warm palate. Pillar of GSM blends in the southern Rhône (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras), star of Tavel rosé, Priorat and Aragonese Garnacha. Also in natural sweet wines (Banyuls, Maury, Rasteau). Historic Mediterranean variety from Aragon.
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