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Meristem

Columbia Valley Pinot Noir And Merlot

The 15 Mile Winery Meristem is a delightful blend of Pinot Noir and Merlot sourced from the renowned Columbia Valley region. This red wine showcases a harmonious marriage of two classic varietals, offering a medium body that beautifully balances the fruit-forward nature of Pinot Noir and the structured depth of Merlot. The wine presents a vibrant ruby color in the glass, enticing with its aromas of ripe red fruits and subtle hints of earthiness. On the palate, the Meristem reveals a perfect fusion of flavors, with the bright cherry notes of Pinot Noir complementing the rich blackberry characteristics of Merlot. This well-crafted wine is a true testament to the exceptional winemaking skills of 15 Mile Winery and the unique terroir of Columbia Valley.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Cherry

Cherry

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Chicken, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Duck Breast

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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