Merlot

Columbia Crest Reserve, Columbia Valley, WA, 2007

Smooth in texture, generous in flavor, a medium scale red with pretty raspberry, leather and tar notes mingling on the round finish.  $42

Pedestal, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2005

Substantial and rich.  Distinct blackberry and cream flavors with mocha notes through the long, generous finish.  $84

Flying Fish, Washington, 2007

Fresh and silky, with pretty currant and cherry fruit and a hint of sage lurking in the background.  $32

Five Star Cellars, Walla Walla, Washington, 2007

Firm and generous with cherry and raspberry flavor.  Very fine tannins and a finsh that lingers.  $52

Sycamore Lane, California, 2009

Medium body with black Cherry and plum notes, Oak aged. $6.5/glass   $26/bottle

Chateau Ste. Michelle, Indian Wells, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2009

Light and silky, with pretty boysenberry and spice flavors that linger on the finish.   $34