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Pinot Gris vs. Merlot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between pinot Gris and merlot

  • The glycemic index of merlot is higher.

Food varieties used in this article are Alcoholic beverage, wine, table, white, Pinot Gris (Grigio) and Alcoholic Beverage, wine, table, red, Merlot.

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Mineral Comparison

Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Merlot
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 8.6% 2.4% 11% 17% 3.7% 3.8% 9.9% 0.52% 17% 1.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%

Vitamin Comparison

Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Merlot
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 1.3% 7.2% 4.2% 1.8% 13% 0% 0% 0.75% 0%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~µg
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 87% 11%
Protein: 0.07 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 2.06 g
Water: 86.98 g
Other: 10.89 g
Merlot
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3% 87% 11%
Protein: 0.07 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 2.51 g
Water: 86.59 g
Other: 10.83 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +21.8%
~equal in Protein ~0.07g
~equal in Fats ~0g
~equal in Water ~86.59g
~equal in Other ~10.83g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Pinot Gris Merlot
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in Saturated fat Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pinot Gris Merlot DV% diff.
Manganese 0.132mg 6%
Iron 0.46mg 6%
Vitamin B6 0.057mg 4%
Potassium 127mg 4%
Magnesium 12mg 3%
Phosphorus 23mg 3%
Vitamin B2 0.031mg 2%
Zinc 0.14mg 1%
Vitamin B5 0.03mg 1%
Calcium 8mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.224mg 1%
Copper 0.011mg 1%
Calories 83kcal 83kcal 0%
Protein 0.07g 0.07g 0%
Carbs 2.06g 2.51g 0%
Net carbs 2.06g 2.51g N/A
Sugar 0.62g N/A
Sodium 4mg 0%
Selenium 0.2µg 0%
Vitamin B1 0.005mg 0%
Folate 1µg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Pinot Gris Merlot
Low Calories diet Equal
Low Fats diet Equal
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score

The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
0%
Pinot Gris
2%
Merlot
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
0%
Pinot Gris
8%
Merlot

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.62g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Merlot
Merlot is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Merlot
Merlot is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol ( mg)
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat ( g)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Pinot Gris - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174841/nutrients
  2. Merlot - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171925/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.