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Grand Estates - Vineyard Select

Washington Merlot

Columbia Crest Grand Estates - Vineyard Select is a captivating red wine showcasing the exceptional qualities of Merlot grown in Washington's rich terroir. This medium-bodied delight offers an inviting profile, featuring a harmonious balance of bright acidity that invigorates the palate. The tannins are soft yet substantial, lending a graceful structure to the wine without overpowering its fruit core. Bursting with enticing fruit intensity, this Merlot presents notes of ripe blackberries and luscious plums, intertwined with subtle hints of cocoa and toasted oak. With its satisfying dryness, this wine is incredibly versatile, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes, from grilled meats to hearty pasta. Enjoy a glass and experience the beautifully crafted essence of Washington's vineyards.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Chocolate

Chocolate

Plum

Plum

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Roasted Lamb, BBQ Pork Ribs

Region:


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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