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Current Releases

2000 Merlot
Walla Walla Valley
Technical Information

Vineyards
Pepper Bridge
Spring Valley
Seven Hills
Blend
89% Merlot
8% Cabernet Sauvignon
3% Cabernet Franc
Cooperage 
80% American oak
20% Russian oak
(35% New oak)
Bottled August 2002
pH 
Total acidity 
Cases Produced 970

Tasting Notes

This wine does justice to the incredible 1999. With a bit more fruit intensity and tannin structure, this gorgeous, well-balanced merlot is packed full of flavor displaying aromas of dark cherry, as well as a hint of lilac and sweet wood spice. Lively dark cherry melds with jammy fruit, cassis and rich tannins, leading to a lingering finish with a hint of toast.

Recognition

90 points - Wine Spectator
Platinum - Winepress Northwest Platinum Judging
Double Gold - Washington State Wine Competition