Country: US / Reserve
Variety: Merlot Washington
Winery: Snoqualmie / Columbia Valley (WA)
Although it’s just a guess, it seems clear that Snoqualmie was the loser in 2004, when so many small wineries were helped out by Chateau Ste. Michelle, which provided them grapes during a bad freeze year. Snoqualmie probably should not have made a reserve under the circumstances, as this falls well short of recent efforts. It’s a light and simple wine, with thin candy cherry flavors and herbal streaks.