Merlot wine grapes in St-Emilion, Bordeaux.
Merlot wine grapes at harvest time in Bordeaux.
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International Merlot day falls on 7 November, but how much do you know about this ‘noble’ grape variety and the wines that it’s best-known for?

Merlot wines, and Merlot blends, may range from entry-level bottles to some of the world’s finest, and most expensive.

Below, we’ve compiled a 10-question Merlot wine quiz as a fun way to test your knowledge.

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Chris Mercer
Chris Mercer

Chris Mercer is a Bristol-based freelance editor and journalist who spent nearly four years as digital editor of Decanter.com, having previously been Decanter’s news editor across online and print.

He has written about, and reported on, the wine and food sectors for more than 10 years for both consumer and trade media.

Chris first became interested in the wine world while living in Languedoc-Roussillon after completing a journalism Masters in the UK. These days, his love of wine commonly tests his budgeting skills.

Beyond wine, Chris also has an MSc in food policy and has a particular interest in sustainability issues. He has also been a food judge at the UK’s Great Taste Awards.