Name: Columbia Crest Grand Estates MerlotColor: Red
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2006
Country/State: Washington
Region: Columbia Valley
Price: $8
Stars: 4 (out of 5)
The Columbia Crest Grand Estates line of wines is often mentioned as a great source for value. Their Merlot, in particular, consistently receives great press. The nose is dominated by blueberry and chocolate. The taste is mostly dark berry, cherry, and cocoa. It has a medium body and a lingering finish. The chocolate notes were really nice. We had this wine last night with pizza and finished the bottle after dinner. It went well with the food and on its own.
The 2006 version is 85% Merlot, with Syrah, Cab Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon providing the remaining 15%. I can't remember the last time we drank Merlot, but this one was very impressive.
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