Pip & Plow
Columbia Valley, Washington
Our full-bodied Merlot is ripe and rugged
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Pip & Plow
Merlot
This brawny Merlot is for those who aren’t afraid to get a little sun on their face or dirt under their fingernails. These Washington grapes were harvested from low-yielding vines, which increased the flavor concentration in each berry. Every cluster was also allowed a little extra “hang time” on the vine to achieve maximum ripeness and flavor development. Our Pip and Plow winemakers are experts at taking advantage of what the environment has given them. They matched big fruit flavor with generous oak to create a full-bodied wine that is notably woodsy and ripe compared to other red varietals from Washington. A robust wine such as this is a welcome dinner guest alongside a hearty stew or grilled lamb. Pour yourself a glass and toast to the end of a long day’s work. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot sABOUT THIS WINE
Pip & Plow
Merlot
This brawny Merlot is for those who aren’t afraid to get a little sun on their face or dirt under their fingernails. These Washington grapes were harvested from low-yielding vines, which increased the flavor concentration in each berry. Every cluster was also allowed a little extra “hang time” on the vine to achieve maximum ripeness and flavor development. Our Pip and Plow winemakers are experts at taking advantage of what the environment has given them. They matched big fruit flavor with generous oak to create a full-bodied wine that is notably woodsy and ripe compared to other red varietals from Washington. A robust wine such as this is a welcome dinner guest alongside a hearty stew or grilled lamb. Pour yourself a glass and toast to the end of a long day’s work. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot s
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…
Hearty Soups, Baked Pastas, Grilled Lamb
Pairs well with…
Hearty Soups, Baked Pastas, Grilled Lamb
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Hearty Soups, Baked Pastas, Grilled Lamb
Pairs well with…
Hearty Soups, Baked Pastas, Grilled Lamb
TASTING NOTES:
Oak
Fruit Preserves
Fresh Herbs
Aromas of bay leaf and thyme stand out among scents of ripe blue fruit. Within this wine’s full body, you will uncover potent flavors of fruit preserves and oak. The tannins here are apparent but not overwhelming and provide just the right amount of structure to the wine’s plush mouthfeel.
TASTING NOTES
Oak
Fruit Preserves
Fresh Herbs
Aromas of bay leaf and thyme stand out among scents of ripe blue fruit. Within this wine’s full body, you will uncover potent flavors of fruit preserves and oak. The tannins here are apparent but not overwhelming and provide just the right amount of structure to the wine’s plush mouthfeel.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Pip & Plow
Pip & Plow was created as an homage to the hard work that goes into making wine. From planting the vines to plowing the soil, there is a great deal of labor most people never see. Great wine comes from quality grapes, well-tended vineyards and experienced winemaking. They carry the memory of the entire vineyard to your glass, and Pip & Plow honors those who get them there.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Pip & Plow
Pip & Plow was created as an homage to the hard work that goes into making wine. From planting the vines to plowing the soil, there is a great deal of labor most people never see. Great wine comes from quality grapes, well-tended vineyards and experienced winemaking. They carry the memory of the entire vineyard to your glass, and Pip & Plow honors those who get them there.