Definition of "merlot" []

• A black variety of grape, originally from the Bordeaux region of France (noun)
• A dry red wine made from this grape (noun)

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• "Bedell Cellars 1995 Cupola ($N/A) a blend of cabernet and merlot, is that last "wow" wine from the tasting."
• "And, it's a decent value in $20 local merlot from a cool vintage."
• "For my next batch, which will be ready in time for holiday gift giving, I'm going to use only merlot from the North Fork of Long Island AVA."