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Leonetti Cellars 2018 Merlot Walla Walla Valley, Washington

2018 Walla Walla Valley Merlot

The Leonetti Cellars 2018 Merlot from Walla Walla Valley, Washington, delivers an exquisite representation of the Merlot varietal. This red wine embodies a perfect balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, and tannins, showcasing the mastery of winemaking in the Walla Walla Valley region. With each sip, the intricate layers of flavors unfold harmoniously, creating a sensory experience that is both elegant and captivating. This Merlot is a true testament to the expertise and dedication of Leonetti Cellars in crafting exceptional wines that embody the essence of the terroir.

Tasting notes:

Bursting from the glass are aromatics of roses, other florals, ripe mixed plums, planed cedar, and a creamy cinnamon roll note that is enticingly seductive. The wine is broad and rich on the palate with an incredible density of fruit and very fine-grained tannins.

Plum

Baking Spice

Rose Petal

Flavor profile:

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

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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