Yes, the name Merlot and the grape species are French.
The French spelling is also "merlot".
Merlot is the name of a French wine grape.
No, Merlot is medium dry French wine.
Julia child's recipe uses Merlot, with its lower tannins, in her French Onion Soup recipe. I've found none better.
Some common French wines are Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc or Grenache! :-)
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In Merlot in France
Virgos Merlot was created in 1998.
Merlot is a particular variety of grape used in the making of some red wines, especially in the producing area around Bordeaux, France. The name itself could come from a regional name for young blackbirds.
Merlot is a deep berry color. Merlot wood is a brownish red color with a hint of purplish brown.
All Merlot improves with age.
No, merlot is more of a purple (wine colour).