Bordeaux

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When you go to your retailer looking for a Meritage, be sure to show your wine knowledge and pronounce Meritage to rhyme with heritage. To use the term Meritage, wineries (not just those in CA) must belong to the Meritage Association. The only red grapes allowed to be used are the classic Bordeaux varieties - Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petite Verdot and Malbec. For white wines, Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon are used, though you won't see many white Meritage wines.