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'''Merlot''' (/ˈmɜːrloʊ/) is a dark-skinned | '''Merlot''' (/ˈmɜːrloʊ/) is a dark-skinned wine grape variety originating in [[France]] and now cultivated in most major wine-producing regions worldwide. The name is thought to derive from the French word “merle” (blackbird), possibly referring to the grape’s dark colour or the bird’s fondness for the fruit<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012, ISBN 978-0062206367.</ref>. Known for its soft texture and ripe fruit profile, Merlot plays a central role in many blends as well as in varietal wines. | ||
== Background == | == Background == | ||