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Grand Estates - Vintage Select

2012 Columbia Valley Merlot

Columbia Crest Grand Estates Vintage Select is a captivating Merlot that showcases the rich and diverse terroir of the Columbia Valley. This wine exudes a deep red color, inviting you to indulge in its delightful profile. It presents a harmonious balance of fruit intensity, featuring prominent notes of black cherry and plum that meld beautifully with subtle undertones of cocoa and vanilla. The mouthfeel is smooth and well-rounded, with a medium body that maintains elegance while offering reassuring depth. The acidity adds a refreshing vibrancy, while the tannins are notably structured yet approachable, enhancing the wine's overall complexity. This vintage achieves a beautifully integrated dryness, making it an excellent choice for pairing with a variety of dishes or simply enjoying on its own. With its well-crafted character, this 2012 Merlot is a delightful representation of the Columbia Valley's winemaking prowess.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb, Roast Lamb

Region:


Columbia Valley
Columbia Valley

Sheltered by the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains, Columbia Valley is home to the majority of Washington's vineyards. Cool nights keep zippy acidity in the grapes, while long daylight hours give the fruit plenty of chance to ripen. This results in full-bodied Merlot, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and deeply concentrated Syrah. White wines are just as tantalizing, with toasty oak-touched Chardonnay and ripe stone fruit-flavored Riesling taking the spotlight. Sub-AVAs to look out for are Yakima Valley and Walla Walla. The Columbia Valley is one of the only appellations in the United States to occupy vineyards in two states, as it crosses the Oregon border in the southern part of the valley.

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