2013 Merlot
YAKIMA VALLEY AVA
A beautiful deep brick color combines with an assertive Bing cherry and spice-driven nose. The aromas include lavender and jasmine, anise and malted cocoa, peppercorns, light straw tarragon with hints of warm bread along with the classic expression of Merlot red fruits. Driven by cherry and raspberry fruits along with spice rack characters repeated on the nose, there's an outstanding savory mouthfeel. The tannins are in check contributing to the mouthwatering profile and its warm lengthy finish. Consider this wine one for the ages.
Limited Library Release
In Stock
Wine Specs
Vintage
2013
Varietal
Bordeaux Style Blend
Appellation
Yakima Valley
Vineyard Designation
25% Red Willow, 25% Upchurch, 25% Klipsun, 25% DuBrul
Alcohol %
14.4
Robert Parker
90
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
A beautiful deep brick color combines with an assertive Bing cherry and spice-driven nose. The aromas include lavender and jasmine, anise and malted cocoa, peppercorns, light straw tarragon with hints of warm bread along with the classic expression of Merlot red fruits. Driven by cherry and raspberry fruits along with spice rack characters repeated on the nose, there's an outstanding savory mouthfeel. The tannins are in check contributing to the mouthwatering profile and its warm lengthy finish. Consider this wine one for the ages.
Winemaker Notes
100% Merlot
Other Notes
WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/alcohol.