Merlot

2022
Merlot

The 2022 Columbia Valley Merlot is a saturated garnet in the glass. Pomegranate, plum, and bing cherry fruits dominate supported by fragrant flowers, sweet tobacco and forest floor aromatics. The flavors on the palate are darker- boysenberry, dark chocolate cake, bramble berries with some graham cracker and mineral intrigue. This merlot is fresh and layered with balanced acidity and mouth-coating tannins. Red licorice and sarsaparilla join for a long, spicy finish.

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Vintages

Labeled Appellation

Columbia Valley

Varietal(s)

92% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon

Vinification

Fermented 10-20 days in stainless steel tanks, spending a total of over 30 days for extended maceration. Aged 21 months in 28% new French oak and 72% once and twice used French oak.

Alcohol

14.8%

Cases Produced

1,468

Expert Reviews & Scores

  • Clive Pursehouse, Decanter

    94 / 100

    Deep tones of blueberries and chocolate, with flourishes of mountain pine. The palate is dense with fruit, and balanced with savoury greatness. Fleshy cherries, dark plum skin, and exotic smoky spices.

    Eric Guido, Vinous

    93 / 100

    The 2022 Merlot Columbia Valley mixes crushed blueberries with sweet herbs and stone dust to form its remarkably pretty bouquet. It displays elegant textures of pure silk and polished red and blue fruits elevated by nuances of sweet spice. It finishes long and staining, with a subtle mineral tinge and hints of edgy tannins that pinch at the cheeks. The balance here is fantastic.

    Jeremy Young, International Wine Report

    93 / 100

    Aromatically, it’s rich and evocative-baked black cherries, blueberry compote, fennel seed, and cocoa powder swirl with touches of dried tobacco and cedar shavings. The palate opens with generous layers of dark fruit and roasted spice, cushioned by a velvety mouthfeel and a plush, medium-full frame.

  • Tim Fish, Wine Spectator

    92 / 100

    Well sculpted and refined with sinewy black cherry and currant flavors that are highlighted by cigar box and black tea tones as it finishes with fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2032. 1,468 cases made.

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