In this edition of Out of the Barrel, It's all about Merlot. Why Merlot? This classic and often misunderstood grape is grown more than you think, in fact, it is the second most planted red grape around the globe. Speaking of this misunderstood and underrated grape, ever see the movie Sideways? Remember the restaurant scene where Paul Giamatti’s character, Miles, states “if anyone orders Merlot, I’m leaving. I’m not drinking any Merlot”. Miles despises Merlot [...]
