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Flashcards in Merlot Deck (6)
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1
Q

Describe the tannin/acidity/fruit of Merlot

A

Low tannin, low acidity, high fruit

2
Q

Describe the merlot grape

A

Thin skinned, large berries, loose bunches

3
Q

What is the budding and ripening of merlot?

A

Early budding, early ripening (opp. of Cab)

4
Q

What is merlot susceptible to?

A

Mildew, Rot, Frost

5
Q

Is merlot high or low yield?

A

High

6
Q

What climate does merlot like?

A

Cool microclimates (does not like high heat), clay, sandstone