Highly drinkable Washington Merlot should be on everyone’s wishlist this year. Even better that it is the passion project (what family run winery isn’t though really!) of young couple Xander and Samantha. Sourcing from a handful of carefully selected high elevation vineyards throughout Washington’s Columbia Valley, winemaker Samantha is able to achieve something few are able to in WA -- balance. If that weren’t enough to convince you, highly respected Erika Orr is consulting winemaker; with two women at the helm, let’s spread the word!
Grape: Merlot 100%
Region: Stillwater Creek Vineyard, Columbia Valley, Washington
Farming: Organic
Winery: Aged 2 years in French oak