Columbia Valley Merlot

1	Adams Bench (Woodinville, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2007 Columbia Valley RECKONING View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Winemaker: Erica and Tim Blue A beautifully balanced offering typical of 2007. Plenty of red fruit and black cherry,spicy notes, substantial on the mid-palate and a long, lingering finish. Acclaim: Rated 92 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate August 2010 www.adamsbench.com Question? Comment? info@adamsbench.com Visit: www.adamsbench.com	$34.00 Regular as of 02/03	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (425) 408-1969 Fax: (425).286-6843 Join Online, or during a visit to the Winery. Tastings by Appointment "Tasting most Saturdays by Appointment, Schedule Online or Call the Winery at 425-408-1969["
2	Baer Winery (Woodinville, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2006 Ursa View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot Although still bottle-aging for its February 2009 debut, the 2006 Ursa is showing well in its early previews. Handcrafted and blended with the same level of care and attention as our previous vintages, Ursa remains our signature wine. Combining refined balance and mouth feel, this crowd pleaser is an excellent food wine but also drinks well on its own. 1724 cases produced Question? Comment? info@baerwinery.com Visit: www.baerwinery.com	$35.00 Regular as of 01/21	Email Order Direct Online Fax: (425).483-7062 Sign-up on website Tastings by Appointment "By%252520appointment%252520only.["
3	Balsamroot Winery and Vineyard (Manson, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2004 Ivan the Red View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Our signature-blend of 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon. Full of dark fruit flavors, spice and toasty oak create this wines bold fragrance and thick flavors. 150 cases produced Question? Comment? info@balsamrootwinery.com Visit:	$23.00 Regular as of 05/03	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Manson, WA
4	Cana's Feast Winery (Carlton, OR) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2008 Two Rivers View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah Winemaker: Patrick Taylor Rich aromas of blackberry, huckleberry and warm spice dance with subtle hints of licorice and cocoa. The entry-to-midpallate of plum and dark cherry begins soft and plush, but soon gives way to well structured tannins and lingering acidity. Download PDF Buy Wine Question? Comment? andrea@canasfeastwinery.com Visit: canasfeastwinery.com	$18.00 Regular as of 05/30	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (503) 852-0002 Fax: (503).852-4424 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Carlton, OR
5	Cana's Feast Winery (Carlton, OR) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2006 Two Rivers Reserve View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot Winemaker: Patrick Taylor Aromas of sweet plum and barrel spice combine with subtle hints of vanilla , Bing cherry and cassis. Complex layers of huckleberry, blackberry, brown sugar and vanilla coat the palate with soft, well-structured tannins and lingering acidity. This is the first vintage of our Bricco Two Rivers Reserve, a thirteen-barrel blend that was designed to be distinctively different from our other Bordeaux style blends. Download PDF Buy Now 397 cases produced Question? Comment? andrea@canasfeastwinery.com Visit: canasfeastwinery.com	$35.00 Regular as of 05/30	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (503) 852-0002 Fax: (503).852-4424 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Carlton, OR
6	Chatter Creek Winery (Woodinville, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2007 Blend 105 Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Malbec Winemaker: Gordon Rawson Merlot 49%, Cabernet Sauvignon 21%, Syrah 14%, Petit Verdot 10%, Malbec 3%, Cabernet Franc 3%. This wine sparkles with bright, ruby color. The nose, ripe and forward, is an aromatic blend of violets, cassis, and black cherry. A complex palate starts with cassis, then warming to plumy cherry and blueberry fruit. The finish continues the interplay of the fruit and terroir, framed in by notes of toasted almonds and vanilla bean. A wine that boasts of tremendous balance and attentive winemaking. Acclaim: 89 pts - Wine Spectator July 201186 pts - Wine Advocate October 2011 Question? Comment? gordy@chattercreek.com Visit: www.chattercreek.com	$22.00 Regular as of 06/15	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (206) 985-2816 Fax: (206).524-2908 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Woodinville, WA
7	Claar Cellars (Pasco, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2002 Corneauxcopia View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Winemaker: Bruno Corneaux Beautiful ruby color with racy aromas of licorice, cedar and berry. Full bodied with refined tannins and compacted fruits and licorice on the mid-taste that lingers on a peppery licorice aftertaste. A real food friendly wine to enjoy with red meat and strong cheeses. Corneauxcopia is Bruno Corneaux, our winemaker�s, special barrel select blend from the best grapes from Claar Cellars White Bluffs vineyard. Acclaim: SILVER MEDAL - Florida State Fair International Wine Competition 2/08 RECOMMENDED - Wine Press Northwest 9/07 CRITICS SILVER - Critics Challenge International Wine Competition 4/07 SILVER MEDAL - Northwest Wine Summit 4/07 SILVER MEDAL - Tasters Guild International Wine Judging 4/07 SILVER MEDAL - San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 1/06 www.claarcellars.com/scripts/wineList.cfm Question? Comment? zillah@claarcellars.com Visit: www.claarcellars.com	$26.99 Regular as of 01/29	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Zillah, WA
8	Columbia Crest Winery (Paterson, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2002 Two Vines Merlot-Cabernet View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Winemaker: Ray Einberger �Generous blackberry, black cherry and raspberry aromas and flavors unfold from the glass. This is a luscious, expressive wine with a soft, appealing finish.� Question? Comment? info@columbia-crest.com Visit: www.columbia-crest.com	$9.99 Regular as of 08/25	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Paterson, WA
9	Columbia Crest Winery (Paterson, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2005 Two Vines Merlot-Cabernet View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Winemaker: Ray Einberger �Blackberry and raspberry aromas lift from the glass and carry through the palate. This expressive wine yields a supple mouthfeel and soft finish.� Question? Comment? info@columbia-crest.com Visit: www.columbia-crest.com	$9.99 Regular as of 08/25	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Paterson, WA
10	Cuillin Hills Winery (Woodinville, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2005 Claret View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Winemaker: Derek DesVoigne Bright, with a nose of cherry, chocolate and a hint of rose pedal. On the palate this wine is well balanced and has nice fruit and vanilla texture, but this year�s version finishes a little more stout in the tannin department. Question? Comment? info@cuillinhills.com Visit: www.cuillinhills.com	$21.00 Regular as of 08/05	Email Tasting Room Open Info & Map Woodinville, WA
11	Daven Lore Winery (Prosser, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2009 Merlot View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot Winemaker: Gordon Taylor Why is Washington Merlot so good? Perhaps the soft, easy drinking structure, coupled with the intense and welcoming blackberry and blueberry aromas. Washington Merlot's crimson red color marries with oak without being dominated by it. We all love comfort food and this is comfort wine. Daven Lore 2009 will go down in my mind as one of the best. It's bold, it's dark, with great vanilla, licorice and cinnamon notes. Blackberry, black currant and blueberry pie filling coat the glass and give a heady... ...read more Acclaim: 25th Annual Ray's Boathouse Northwest Wineries Retrospective - Silver Buy Online Question? Comment? gtaylor@clearwire.net Visit: www.davenlore.com	$27.50 Regular as of 06/12	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (509) 781-0557 Tastings by Appointment "Phone (509) 781-0557.["
12	DeLille Cellars (Woodinville, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2009 D2 View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot Winemaker: Chris Upchurch The impression on the nose is immediate with aromas of fresh cherries, cinnamon, plum brandy, mocha chocolate, fennel seed and cigar box. The array of bright nuances continues on the palate with classic �Bordeaux blend� flavors of black currants, black cherries, blueberries and mint. There are also delicate hints of black pepper, brown butter and toasty oak flavors that combine with rich and juicy mouth watering balance continuing through the lengthy finish delivering yet another delicious D2 vi... ...read more Buy Online Question? Comment? contact@delillecellars.com Visit: www.delillecellars.com	$38.00 Regular as of 06/12	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (425) 489-0544 Fax: (425).402-9295 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Woodinville, WA
13	Eagle Harbor Wine Company (Bainbridge Island, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2005 Raptor Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Winemaker: Hugh Remash We set out to make a highh quality Bordeaux right bank style wine: soft and spicy Merlot based (60%) pleasant Cabernet (30%) with some distinctive Cabernat Franc (10%). We aged it 26 months in new French barrels to provide vanilla and toast aromas. The Merlot aroma is plummy and the flavor is soft and haunting -- supple oak tannons finish along with coffee and chocolate flavors. Suave and elegant, the 2005 Raptor provides wine lovers with a smooth, round, hedonistic experience. I tend toward poe... ...read more Question? Comment? ehwineco@comcast.net Visit: www.eagleharborwinecompany.com	$35.00 Regular as of 06/09	Email Phone: (206) 842-4669
14	Edmonds Winery (Woodinville, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2004 Slide Ridge 53% merlot 42% Cab 5% petit verdot Appellation: Columbia Valley Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Winemaker: Doug Petersen 120 cases produced Question? Comment? info@edmondswinery.cominfo@edmondswinery.com Visit:	$26.00 Regular as of 05/30
15	Forgeron Cellars (Walla Walla, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) NV Walldeaux Smithie View Label View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel, Petit Verdot Winemaker: Marie-Eve Gilla Walldeaux is a non-vintage blend for more consistency and desity. Blending vintages allows a full tasting experience with complex layers from the "mature" vintages, combining with fruity, youthful and juicy mouth filling flavors from the "younger" vintages. This wine is bold and juicy with a firm structure. The full flavors and smooth tannins suggest a new-world wine while its focus and balance, dark fruit and spice flavors are definitely reminiscent of old world Bordeaux. Acclaim: "An excellent value, this is full of plum and deep cherry flavors and shows fresh acidity. All this is set against a backbone of soft tannins. It's an Old World style of wine with New World taste, big fruit, soft tannins that meld beautifully." Victoria Lahti, Washington Wine Awards, April 2009 http://forgeroncellars.com/wines/walldeaux-smithie http://forgeroncellars.com/accolades Buy Online 775 cases produced Question? Comment? info@forgeroncellars.com Visit: www.forgeroncellars.com	$16.00 Regular as of 06/14	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (509) 522-WINE Fax: (509).522-0037 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Walla Walla, WA
16	Gilstrap Brothers (Cove, OR) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) NV CSM View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Gilstrap Brothers CSM wine shows the fine art of blending to achieve great complexity and balanced flavors. Full-bodied with color of deep garnet red, the bouquet is filled with dark fruit, spice, and oak. On the palate, layers of cherry, raspberry and vanilla produce a soft, lingering finish. Question? Comment? info@gilstrapbrothers.com Visit: www.gilstrapbrothers.com	$18.00 Regular as of 05/08	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Cove, OR
17	Gorman Winery (Woodinville, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2006 Zachary's Ladder Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Winemaker: Chris Gorman Question? Comment? Chris@GormanWinery.com Visit: www.GormanWinery.com	$28.00 Regular as of 09/04	Email Order Direct Online Tastings by Appointment "["
18	Harbinger Winery (Port Angeles, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2005 Evolution View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Winemaker: Sara Gagnon While fabulous now, this Bordeaux blend is aptly named for how it will evolve gracefully with time..like Clint Eastwood! The aroma bursts with loads of Earth, deep cherry, blueberry, brier, and hints of pepper. Chewy tannins compliment the fruit without dominating the palette. While still a bit young and brash, Evolution promises to be a "Harbinger" of good things to come with a little patience. Lay this bad boy down for a year or so. Limited release of 50 cases this year, the other 90 cases to ... ...read more Question? Comment? info@harbingerwinery.com Visit: www.harbingerwinery.com	$28.00 Regular as of 08/08	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (360) 452-4262 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Port Angeles, WA
19	Harlequin Cellars (Renton, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2006 Cuvee Alexander Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Winemaker: Robert Goodfriend Bright aromas of Chambord, cassis, pencil lead, damp earth and mocha are framed by toasty oak, toffee and barrel spice. In the mouth this rich blend displays juicy black cherry and ripe plum flavors balanced by lush ripe tannins and barrel nuance. This Bordelaise style blend of 55% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Cabernet Franc is accessible for immediate enjoyment or will continue to provide pleasure for years to come.TECH: 80% New French Oak, pH 3.47, TA .65, Acclaim: 90 Points Tanzer Question? Comment? winemaker@harlequinwine.com Visit: www.harlequinwine.com	$28.00 Regular as of 03/07	Email Tasting Room Open Info & Map Renton, WA
20	Hightower Cellars (Red Mountain, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) 2005 Murray Cuvee Appellation: Columbia Valley Merlot Blend Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Winemaker: Tim Hightower The 2005 Murray Cuvee is very bright, just like its namesake. It has an abundance of intense cherry fruit on the nose which leads into a very smooth yet lively mouth feel. Because it is lighter bodied, it will play nicely with most foods Question? Comment? handsorted@hightowercellars.com Visit: www.hightowercellars.com	$18.00 Regular as of 08/08	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Red Mountain, WA

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