Ingredient

Merlot Wine

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Role in food

Merlot wine is used as a flavoring ingredient in foods. It adds a distinct …

What it is

Merlot is a dark blue-purple grape variety used to make red wine. It originated in the Bordeaux region of France. Grapes are crushed, fermented with yeast to convert sugars to alcohol, and then aged.

Why it's used

Merlot wine is used as a flavoring ingredient in foods. It adds a distinct wine flavor and aroma, often used in savory dishes like pasta sauces, stews, and marinades. It can also be found in some cheeses and salad dressings.

Health notes

Merlot wine is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Moderate alcohol consumption, including from wine, has been linked to some cardiovascular benefits in some studies, but also to increased risks of certain cancers and other health issues. The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated alcohol and set acceptable daily intakes. Evidence on moderate consumption is mixed.

Allergen info

Merlot wine is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Merlot Wine

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CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Prego Sauces Merlot Tomato Sauces/Spreads/Dips/Condiments High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 58kcal 1.7Protein 1.7Fat 10Carbs Lipari Foods Operating Company, LLC Red Wine & White Cheddar Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs T. Marzetti Company Vineyard Dressing, Mixed Berry Merlot Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 194kcal 0Protein 14.5Fat 12.9Carbs Pellicano Specialty Food Distributors Traditional Sauce Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 48kcal 1.6Protein 1.6Fat 7.3Carbs Atkins Nutritionals, Inc. Swedish Meatballs With Pasta And Onions In A Savory Gravy, Swedish Meatballs Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 153kcal 12.6Protein 8.6Fat 9.4Carbs Milo's Whole World Gourmet, LLC Tacoma Boys, Chunky Tuscan Vegetable Pasta Sauce With Merlot Wine Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 31kcal 0.9Protein 0Fat 6.2Carbs Very Special Chocolates, Inc. Opulence, 12 Wine Filled Chocolates Chocolate 455kcal 3.0Protein 15.2Fat 72.7Carbs T. Marzetti Company Vineyard Dressing Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 226kcal 0Protein 16.1Fat 12.9Carbs Lunds Inc Merlot Bar-B-Q Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 125kcal 0Protein 0Fat 28.1Carbs Harry and David Artichokes Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 117kcal 0Protein 10Fat 6.7Carbs Lunds Inc Premium Merlot Wine Jelly Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 55Carbs Wine Country Kitchens Napa Jack's Merlot Bar-B-Q Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 125kcal 0Protein 0Fat 28.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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