Wines made from Merlot grapes of Meknès
Discover the best wines made with Merlot as a single variety or as a blend of Meknès.
More informations about the variety Merlot
Merlot noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Bordeaux). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small to medium sized bunches, and medium sized grapes. Merlot noir can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Loire Valley, Armagnac, Burgundy, Jura, Champagne, Rhone Valley, Beaujolais, Provence & Corsica, Savoie & Bugey.
More informations about the region of Meknès
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What are the typical flavors of the Merlot grape variety?
- Black fruitPresent in 2% of Merlot
- Red fruitPresent in 2% of Merlot
- SpicesPresent in 2% of Merlot
- OakPresent in 2% of Merlot
- Non oakPresent in 2% of Merlot
- CherryPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Black fruitsPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Dried fruitPresent in 1% of Merlot
- MicrobioPresent in 1% of Merlot
- EarthPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Dark fruitPresent in 1% of Merlot
- CaramelPresent in 1% of Merlot
- ChocolatePresent in 1% of Merlot
- Black currantPresent in 1% of Merlot
- PepperPresent in 1% of Merlot
- OakyPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Red cherryPresent in 1% of Merlot
- RaspberryPresent in 1% of Merlot
- LeatherPresent in 1% of Merlot
- JamPresent in 1% of Merlot
News about the grape variety Merlot
Last tickets remaining: Decanter’s Harlan Estate masterclass in New York
We are delighted to be returning to New York for the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter on Saturday 10 June 2023, to bring visitors an array of outstanding wines to discover and taste with the unrivalled Grand Tasting and a series of exceptional Masterclasses. One of the most hotly anticipated masterclasses features Napa’s highly regarded Harlan Estate, one with true cult status. Just tiny amounts of the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated Bordeaux blend from the Oakville hills are made each year, and ...
Napa Valley mourns the passing of Margaret Duckhorn
The eponymous winery started by her and her former husband Dan, Duckhorn Vineyards, was founded in 1976. The brand would be among the first to feature Merlot as more than merely a blending grape. Duckhorn helped ignite America’s love for the grape. Born in New York State, Margaret travelled much throughout her life, growing up in a military family. Her collegiate studies would lead her to Germany where she would discover a love for wine. Upon returning to the US she would complete three degrees ...
Premiere Napa Valley 2022 auction sales top $2m
Total sales in the Premiere Napa Valley 2022 auction hit $2.1m, including the buyer’s premium, according to Sotheby’s, which co-hosted the event alongside trade body Napa Valley Vintners. All 109 lots were ‘one-of-a-kind’ cuvées from leading producers, created specifically for the Premiere Napa Valley 2022 auction. Wines were from the 2019, 2020 and 2021 vintages. Only trade buyers can take part in the annual sale, but restaurants, retailers and merchants purchasing lots will generally offer the ...