Country: US / Volcano Ridge Vineyard
Variety: Merlot Oregon
Winery: Heart Catcher / Columbia Gorge (OR)
Given the vineyard location, on the eastern edge of the Columbia Gorge, this is a unique take on Merlot, falling somewhere between the broad, fleshy Washington style, and the thinner, more herbal southern Oregon style. The layered flavors mix berry, citrus and red plum, in an open, easy-drinking wine that should pair well with a variety of transitional autumn entrées.