Merlot vs Carmenère
Les Cépages
Merlot
Red cépage
Merlot — One of the world's most planted red grapes, native to Bordeaux and the primary variety in Saint-Émilion and Pomerol
Carmenère
Red cépage
Carménère — historic Bordeaux variety now Chile's signature red grape. Produces wines with dark cherry, green pepper, and spice character.