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Columbia Crest Grand Estates Merlot 2003
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Merlot 2003

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Columbia Crest Grand Estates Merlot 2003


Merlot

from Columbia Valley, Washington

red wine
Wine Spectator 90 point ratingWine Spectator 90 point rating
ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2006
Wine & Spirits 2006 Grand Estates Merlot 89 point ratingWine & Spirits 2006 Grand Estates Merlot 89 point rating
Wine Spectator 2006 Grand Estates Merlot 88 point ratingWine Spectator 2006 Grand Estates Merlot 88 point rating
2005
Wine Enthusiast 2005 Grand Estates Merlot 88 point ratingWine Enthusiast 2005 Grand Estates Merlot 88 point rating
2004
Wine Spectator 2004 Grand Estates Merlot 90 point ratingWine Spectator 2004 Grand Estates Merlot 90 point rating
2001
Wine Spectator 2001 Grand Estates Merlot 90 point ratingWine Spectator 2001 Grand Estates Merlot 90 point rating
1999
Wine Spectator 1999 Grand Estates Merlot 87 point ratingWine Spectator 1999 Grand Estates Merlot 87 point rating
Wine Enthusiast 1999 Grand Estates Merlot 87 point ratingWine Enthusiast 1999 Grand Estates Merlot 87 point rating
1998
Wine Spectator 1998 Grand Estates Merlot 89 point ratingWine Spectator 1998 Grand Estates Merlot 89 point rating
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winemaker's notes:

Number 81 on the Wine.com 100 of 2007!

This complex artisan wine is produced using various barrel types and varietals to offer classic Merlot spice, blackberry, and cocoa aromatics which persist on the palate. The balance of wood and black fruits creates a velvety, seductive finish.

"Supple, ripe and seductive, a plush wine with gorgeous plum, blackberry, currant and hints of exotic spice swirling through the round, generous finish. Drink now through 2010."
- Wine Spectator "Best Value" and 90 Rating

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jedeozz@gmail.com - Oregon
Strong taste for a Merlot and an incredible value. Very enjoyable.
A Customer - Boston, MA
When we first opened and poured, we thought good, not great. A touch tight and herbal. Man, as it opened up, combo of milk and dark chocolate, herbs turned to a touch of mint and rosemary. Enough tannin to not be a fruit bomb but still very, very round and smooth. Great wine for the $$.
A Customer - Kettering, Ohio
Took the advice and let it breathe for an hour or so. But, for comparitive reasons, I tried some right away. The flavors settle as it airs out adding spice and dryness to the finish. A beautiful wine.
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