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DESCRIPTION
Coupling warm sun and great drainage, the Columbia Valley AVA is in the forefront of this fruit forward yet structured Be Human 2019 Merlot. Full on the palate with a lingering blackberry finish, this round Merlot is tempting to sip with food or without.
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Best of Class Merlot, Double Gold: New York Wine & Spirits Competition
90 points, Editor’s Choice: Wine Enthusiast
WINE PROFILE
Varietal Notes
90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Barrel aged for 19 months in 33% new American oak.
Tasting Notes
Blackberry, espresso, plum, with hints of licorice and vanilla on the nose. Round and full on the palate with chewy tannins and a core of rich, ripe black fruit. Finishes clean with lingering notes of blackberry preserves.
HOW IT TASTES
LightBold
SmoothTannic
DrySweet
SoftAcidic