merlot

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For a wine newbie looking for something to pair with chicken, he suggested a fruity Merlot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

He has a brand-new, limited-release arak, distilled from a base wine of Merlot, which he made as a tribute to his Palestinian grandmother, who died last year from complications of COVID-19.

From Salon • Jan. 2, 2022

Native plants pop up across the property including six Joshua trees, five olive trees and nine Ocotillo cacti, as well as vines that produce grape varietals such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2021

Meghan wore a Merlot trouser outfit to the appearance, which is one of several the couple is making this week in New York City.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 24, 2021

I just need to pop out to get that Merlot he likes, so I get Evie ready, strap her in the buggy and we stroll down to the shops.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins