Merlot
About this grape variety
Merlot is among those varieties that ripen somewhat late. It is grown in virtually all major wine-producing areas, including Valais.
It prefers vine parcels that are not too dry. Its ideal growing conditions are clay soils, often at the base of slopes.
It is a charming wine on its own but when blended with others the body and suaveness it offers are incomparable.
Merlot
145 ha out of 4675 ha, or 3.1%
Tasting profile
176 wine producers cultivate this grape variety
Find a cellarEtymology
From the French word Merle meaning blackbird—a bird which particulary likes berries
wine cellar(s)
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Savièse
14 wines from this cellar
Cave Boléro Daniel Etter
Daniel Etter is committed to biodiversity, in harmony with the seasons and the ecosystem, to ensure the future and vitality of the Valais vineyard.
Ardon
18 wines from this cellar
Maison Les Vignettes
35 grape varieties in cultivation, 32 wines produced, as well as several local gourmet items, render this special cellar typical of Valais.
Gampel
13 wines from this cellar
Rebgut Bielen
Only their own grapes are pressed there. The wines are sparkling, fruity and pleasant on the palate.
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