International Merlot Day - November 7
Tue Nov 7th

International Merlot Day

Every year on November 7th, International Merlot Day honors one of the world's most popular red wines. It's also a day to remind those who have never tried merlot to try it..

The word "merlot" is thought to be a diminutive of merle. This is the French name for the blackbird, which most likely refers to the grape's color. Merlot wine was first produced in Bordeaux, France, and was first exported in Bordeaux, France. Some mistakenly believe that cabernet sauvignon, a different grape, is Bordeaux's most popular variety. However, this is not the case. Growing Merlot is more hectares in Bordeaux than any other grape. Merlot is Italy's 5th most planted grape. The grape is Israel's 2nd most widely planted grape.

Other areas that produce Merlot include: Bordeaux, Italy, and Israel. In addition to Bordeaux, Italy, and Israel, Israel is also known for its winemaking.

  • California
  • Washington
  • Chile
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • South Africa
  • Greece
  • Mexico

The Merlot's flavor is described as a dark fruit flavor by wine experts. lackberry, plum, and raspberry are among the black cherry, blackberry, plum, and raspberry fruit. These fruity flavors are layered with herbal tones as well as vanilla and mocha undertones. However, it is not a sweet wine.. Some would find Merlot bitter, while others would consider bitter. The grape skins were removed during the winemaking process, giving this bitter taste.

How to celebrate #internationalmerlotday..

On this day, liquor stores, bars, and restaurants carry different varieties of Merlot and offer special discounts on bottles of wine. Merlot enthusiasts gather together to celebrate their favorite wine. On this day, wine-tasting functions and winemaking demonstrations are also popular. If you've never tried Merlot, today is the perfect day to try it out. Sit back with a glass of wine and watch one of these movies that showcases this common drink.

  • Sideways
  • A Walk in the Clouds
  • Bottle Shock
  • You Will Be My Son
  • A Good Year
  • Somm
  • Uncorked

#InternationalMerlotDay is also posted on social media.