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Washington Merlot

The Governor's Inaugural Ball 2013 Merlot from Washington offers a truly enchanting experience for the senses, embodying everything you might hope for in a wine of this caliber. This Merlot greets you with a radiant ruby hue that hints at the elegant, layered flavors within the glass. On the nose, you'll discover a bouquet rich with aromas of black cherry, plum, and a touch of mocha, seamlessly blending with subtle notes of cedar and spice. With a luxuriously smooth, medium-bodied profile, this wine displays an exquisite balance of fruit intensity and well-integrated tannins, making each sip a harmonious play of brightness and structure. The palate enjoys a delightful interplay of ripe red and dark fruits, accentuated by an underlying thread of earthy undertones and a slight hint of vanilla. This Merlot culminates in a refined, lingering finish that invites you back for more, embodying the sophistication that Washington's winegrowing regions are renowned for. Perfectly suited for formal occasions, this wine not only complements a variety of fine dishes but also stands proudly on its own, celebrating the artistry of winemaking in Washington.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Chocolate

Chocolate

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Sweet Glazes, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

Region:


Washington
Washington

With 18 recognized AVAs, Washington is the second-largest wine-producing state in the United States. Most of these AVAs are located in the east, centered around the valleys of Walla Walla, the Columbia River and Yakima. The grape varieties that thrive here are numerous: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris all continue to make increasingly compelling wines. Washington wines thrive in dry, semi-arid conditions far from the Pacific Ocean and are protected from the Pacific Northwest rain shadow by the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges. Washington owes its unique terroir to the historic Missoula Floods, which swept through the region 10,000 years ago, stripping away the earth and replacing it with sandy soils from modern-day Utah, Idaho and Montana.

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