Wines made from Merlot grapes of Moldova
Discover the best wines made with Merlot as a single variety or as a blend of Moldova.
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 Moldova
Romania is located at the geographical crossroads between Central and South-Eastern Europe. The Romanian wine industry uses a wide range of indigenous and international red and white Grape varieties. Both vinifera and American grape species are present here, as well as a number of hybrids. The latter are chosen for their resistance to varying Climates.
What are the typical flavors of the Merlot grape variety?
- Red fruitPresent in 7% of Merlot
- OakPresent in 6% of Merlot
- Black fruitPresent in 5% of Merlot
- Non oakPresent in 4% of Merlot
- EarthPresent in 4% of Merlot
- SpicesPresent in 4% of Merlot
- OakyPresent in 2% of Merlot
- CherryPresent in 2% of Merlot
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Merlot
- VegetalPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Red fruitPresent in 1% of Merlot
- PlumPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Black fruitsPresent in 1% of Merlot
- ChocolatePresent in 1% of Merlot
- VanillaPresent in 1% of Merlot
- Dark chocolatePresent in 1% of Merlot
- Black currantPresent in 1% of Merlot
News about the grape variety Merlot
Domaine Clarence Dillon shines at the 2023 Oscars
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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 ...
Ukrainian wine, hanging in the balance
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