Gordon Estate 2012 Block 3 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA))

Country: US / Block 3 Reserve
Variety: Merlot Washington
Winery: Gordon Estate / Columbia Valley (WA)

The oak (21 months spent in French and American) takes the lead, with aromas of baking spices, green wood and vanilla out in front of cherry. The flavors are sweet, supported by grainy tannins that show some dryness.