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How do Merlots around the world compare?
Carol Horton, Rome: I have just been drinking a Merlot from Venice and it is quite light. I wonder how Merlots from various countries compare - for example, Chilean vs. American vs. Italian?! Or how do Merlots from the north of Italy compare to those from the south? me: Many red varietals from north east Italy are produced from very high-yielding vines, in a not-especially-warm climate which is why they are typically pretty light and thin. Inexpensive Chilean Merlots are often made from high-yielding vines, but benefit from masses of sunshine and warmth so tend to be stronger and deeper-coloured (thicker skins). There is also...
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