Chateau Ste. Michelle
Columbia Valley, Washington
Crafted to be a complex yet approachable Merlot
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Chateau Ste. Michelle
Merlot
The growing season was cooler and crop yields were lower than the previous two vintages. The cooler temperatures delayed ripening which helped to retain fresh fruit aromatics and mouthwatering acidity. Despite cold winter conditions, the vintage gives us concentrated wines with classic Washington state character.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive Wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, UT, VT, WA.ABOUT THIS WINE
Chateau Ste. Michelle
Merlot
The growing season was cooler and crop yields were lower than the previous two vintages. The cooler temperatures delayed ripening which helped to retain fresh fruit aromatics and mouthwatering acidity. Despite cold winter conditions, the vintage gives us concentrated wines with classic Washington state character.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive Wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, UT, VT, WA.
WINE 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.
WINE 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.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Grilled Salmon, Baked Pastas, Roast Beef
Pairs well with…
Grilled Salmon, Baked Pastas, Roast Beef
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Grilled Salmon, Baked Pastas, Roast Beef
Pairs well with…
Grilled Salmon, Baked Pastas, Roast Beef
TASTING NOTES:
Leather
Black Cherry
Spices
The wine offers aromas of black cherry, leather, and spice with layers of rich dark red fruit flavors and a long, smooth, sweet finish. A touch of Syrah adds a jammy fruit character.
TASTING NOTES
Leather
Black Cherry
Spices
The wine offers aromas of black cherry, leather, and spice with layers of rich dark red fruit flavors and a long, smooth, sweet finish. A touch of Syrah adds a jammy fruit character.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Chateau Ste. Michelle
At Chateau Ste. Michelle, our award-winning wines interweave with our rich heritage to create a wine experience you'll never forget. Built on the 1912 estate owned by Seattle lumber baron Frederick Stimson, the winery's roots date back to the Repeal of Prohibition. The founding fathers were out to prove that Washington State could also produce some of the world's great wines.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Chateau Ste. Michelle
At Chateau Ste. Michelle, our award-winning wines interweave with our rich heritage to create a wine experience you'll never forget. Built on the 1912 estate owned by Seattle lumber baron Frederick Stimson, the winery's roots date back to the Repeal of Prohibition. The founding fathers were out to prove that Washington State could also produce some of the world's great wines.