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Merlot alternative (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

pinot

(Other definitions for pinot that I've seen before include "Black or white grape variety" , "Variety of grape used for Burgundies and champagnes" , "Wine-making grape" , "wine supplier?" , "Kind of wine grape" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.
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