Merlots

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A variety of red wine made from the grape of the same name, often characterized by its soft, ripe, and appealing taste
2. A type of wine derived from dark-colored grapes, known for its fruit-forward flavor profile and smooth texture
3. A popular red wine varietal that typically exhibits flavors of plum, black cherry, and chocolate with a velvety mouthfeel

Etymology: Merlot is the plural form of "merlot," so "merlots" refers to several varieties or bottles of the wine. The singular "merlot" is the name of the grape variety and the wine made from it, and the plural simply counts those wines, as in a tasting of several merlots. The word itself is the name of a red wine grape, and the plural is used in the usual way for countable products or types. Speakers talk about "merlots" when comparing bottles from different producers, regions or vintages, since each one is a distinct wine made from the same grape.