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“Double Gold Award” - Wine Press Northwest - December 31, 2007 2004 Grand Estates Merlot Columbia Valley
Washington’s largest winery also is the state’s largest producer of Merlot. Winemaker Ray Einberger relies on fruit primarily from the Horse Heaven Hills and Wahluke Slope for this supple red. It opens with perfumed aromas of cherries, raspberries and moch!, followed by rich flavors of bold black cherries and blackberries. It’s a great wine at a stunning price.
“Top Value in Washington State” - Wine Spectator - October 31, 2007 2004 Grand Estates Merlot Columbia Valley
Made by Washington's biggest wine company, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, this Merlot is based on grapes harvested from the emerging Horse Heaven Hills region and the prime Wahluke Slope district. This was partly fermented in oak barrels to soften natural acidities and then aged up to 16 months in barrel, adding depth and structure. Blueberry and currant flavors are backed by a racy texture and refined tannins, with a hint of moch! on the finish.
“A Top Value Wine in Washington State” - Wine Spectator - October 31, 2007 2004 Grand Estates Merlot Columbia Valley
Made by Washington's biggest wine company, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, this Merlot is based on grapes harvested from the emerging Horse Heaven Hills region and the prime Wahluke Slope district. This was partly fermented in oak barrels to soften natural acidities and then aged up to 16 months in barrel, adding depth and structure. Blueberry and currant flavors are backed by a racy texture and refined tannins, with a hint of moch! on the finish.
87 points - “Bargain Priced Wine” - Wine Advocate - September 01, 2007 2004 Grand Estates Merlot Columbia Valley
The reds lead off with the 2004 Merlot Grand Estates. Dark ruby in color, it has a smoky perfume with aromas of cassis, red currants, and plums. On the palate, the wine is firm with attractive, spicy red fruit flavors, light tannin and good balance. Drink this bargain-priced Merlot over the next 3-4 years.
88 points - “Best Buy” - Wine Enthusiast - August 01, 2007 2004 Grand Estates Merlot Columbia Valley
Roughly 140,000 cases were produced, making this (along with Two Vines) the benchmark budget Merlot for the state, if not the country. These wines are given plenty of cellaring, which helps to soften them up. The style is wide open and flavorful, with broad cherry and berry fruit set against very smooth, chocolately tannins. The Grand Estates has thicker, more substantial weight and a silky, milk chocolately finish.
