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Merlot doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves.
For years, it’s been overshadowed by other reds: the so-called king of grapes, cabernet sauvignon; the elegant pinot noir; or trendier picks like gamay and cabernet franc. Merlot is often dismissed as too soft or too safe, but merlot is the world’s second most planted wine grape and the backbone of countless world class bottles. It’s approachable yet complex, plush yet structured, and a grape that carries far more weight than it’s given credit for. With October marking Merlot Month, there’s no better time to celebrate the grape’s versatility and depth.
Here are our top recently tasted merlots:
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