MERLOT 202 St.
The grape clusters are medium to large in size, with densely packed berries, and an average weight of 165–169 g. The berries are spherical, medium-sized (2.0–2.3 g), with dark red-violet skin covered by a fine layer of bloom. The pulp is juicy, and the must is colorless. The vine has medium to high vigor and a medium-length growing season. Full ripening occurs between September 15 and 25. The variety shows high tolerance to grey rot. Average yields range from 5.0 to 5.2 kg per vine, and 23–23.6 tons per hectare. The must has a high sugar content, averaging 210–215 g/l, and total acidity of 3.5–3.9 g/l H₂SO₄.