Merlot Grape

Vitis vinifera 'Merlot' A dark blue grape from Bordeaux, France, that makes a delicious red wine by itself or blended; noted for berry, tea leaf, plum, and currant flavors. It needs a warm, dry climate where the thin-skinned berries will ripen in September or October. Requires multiple pickings for peak quality fruits. Cold hardy to USDA Zone 6 Click here to read our Grape Growing Guide