Reininger 2003 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA))

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

For unknown reasons, Chuck Reininger holds back his Merlots; but Reininger makes real Merlot—96% pure—and it works. It’s silky and smooth, chocolaty and showing pleasing nuances of herb and grass. The fruit is light, pretty and perfectly ripe, tasting of strawberry, cherry and pomegranate.