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2018 Merlot

Iron Arrow

Columbia Valley, Washington

Another bullseye from “Best of Class” Iron Arrow

$24.00
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ABOUT THIS WINE:

Iron Arrow

Iron Arrow

Merlot

If you are looking for delectable dark fruit and satisfying sweetness, our 2018 Iron Arrow Merlot hits the target! This rich and fruity wine comes to us from Columbia Valley in Washington. This region's warm, dry climate provides a setting for America's second-most-popular grape variety to thrive. Although often thought of as a blending grape, Merlot can produce delicious, high-quality, single-varietal wines when the environment is right. Without the backbone provided by its usual blend partner, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot exhibits soft textures and luscious fruit flavor. Through skillful winemaking, these characteristics have the potential to shine. If you have never tasted this grape on its own, let our Iron Arrow Merlot launch you into a new world of plush and plummy possibilities. Pair this wine with roasted pork loin or mushroom risotto for a meal that is sure to make an impact. < ...

ABOUT THIS WINE

Iron Arrow

Iron Arrow

Merlot

If you are looking for delectable dark fruit and satisfying sweetness, our 2018 Iron Arrow Merlot hits the target! This rich and fruity wine comes to us from Columbia Valley in Washington. This region's warm, dry climate provides a setting for America's second-most-popular grape variety to thrive. Although often thought of as a blending grape, Merlot can produce delicious, high-quality, single-varietal wines when the environment is right. Without the backbone provided by its usual blend partner, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot exhibits soft textures and luscious fruit flavor. Through skillful winemaking, these characteristics have the potential to shine. If you have never tasted this grape on its own, let our Iron Arrow Merlot launch you into a new world of plush and plummy possibilities. Pair this wine with roasted pork loin or mushroom risotto for a meal that is sure to make an impact. < ...

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WINE REGION:

Outline of 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.

WINE REGION

Outline of 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.

FLAVOR PROFILE:

Iron Arrow 2018 Merlot

Pairs well with…

Duck Breast, Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Pork Loin

Body
4
Body
Acidity
1
Acidity
Fruit Intensity
4
Fruit Intensity
Tannin
2
Tannin

Pairs well with…

Duck Breast, Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Pork Loin

FLAVOR PROFILE

Iron Arrow 2018 Merlot

Pairs well with…

Duck Breast, Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Pork Loin

Body
4
Body
Acidity
1
Acidity
Fruit Intensity
4
Fruit Intensity
Tannin
2
Tannin

Pairs well with…

Duck Breast, Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Pork Loin

TASTING NOTES:

Blueberry

Plum

Black Cherry

This wine is opulent and fruity with notes of red, blue, and black fruit. You will encounter playful aromas of blueberry and licorice on the nose before robust flavors of black cherry, plum, and cassis dominate the palate. A full body and approachable tannins make for a supple mouthfeel.

TASTING NOTES

Blueberry

Plum

Black Cherry

This wine is opulent and fruity with notes of red, blue, and black fruit. You will encounter playful aromas of blueberry and licorice on the nose before robust flavors of black cherry, plum, and cassis dominate the palate. A full body and approachable tannins make for a supple mouthfeel.

AWARDS:

Iron Arrow

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4 TOTAL AWARDS

93 Points, 2021 Harvest Challenge

Gold Medal, 2021 Harvest Challenge

Silver Medal, 2022 West Coast Wine Competition

AWARDS

Iron Arrow

medal
4 TOTAL AWARDS

93 Points, 2021 Harvest Challenge

Gold Medal, 2021 Harvest Challenge

Silver Medal, 2022 West Coast Wine Competition

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ABOUT THE BRAND:

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

Iron Arrow

Strength and precision are powerful on their own but when combined, they are guaranteed to make an impact. This wine represents our winemaker's cunning expertise to represent the very best of each harvest with an unwavering eye.

ABOUT THE BRAND

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

Iron Arrow

Strength and precision are powerful on their own but when combined, they are guaranteed to make an impact. This wine represents our winemaker's cunning expertise to represent the very best of each harvest with an unwavering eye.