Penrose Hill 2016 Merlot Washington

2016 Washington Merlot

The Penrose Hill 2016 Merlot from Washington offers a well-rounded experience with a medium to full body that carries a pleasant balance. The acidity level adds a nice touch of vibrancy, enhancing the overall structure of the wine. You'll find the fruit flavors to be quite prominent, giving a delightful intensity to each sip. The tannins in this Merlot are subtle, providing a smooth and approachable quality that makes it an excellent choice for those seeking a fruit-forward red wine experience.

Tasting notes:

Warm and dry conditions provide a supple, full-bodied wine. Red fruited and a vein of acidity from cooler nights. Subtle oak spices complement the red fruit, try pairing it with grilled pork.

Plum

Black Cherry

Oak

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

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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