Columbia Winery 2012 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA))

Country: US /
Variety: Merlot Washington
Winery: Columbia Winery / Columbia Valley (WA)

Merlot is usually the best wine in any budget lineup of Washington reds, and this excellent entry from the new regime (Gallo) at Columbia is no exception. Polished and flavorful, it has textural, detailed flavors built upon black cherry, plum and cassis fruit. There is a light dusting of fresh herbs, and the wine has real grip and presence in the mouth.