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ALPHA MERLOT
gourmet pairings
Pairs well with a wide range
of foods, from desserts to
Kansas City grass-fed beef.
Complements Washington-
caught seafood especially
well, and stands up to spicy
paella.
tasting notes
Illustrating exceptional depth and color, the aromas are rich and
plentiful revealing dark fruit tones with a hint of caramel, vanilla
bean and assorted barrel spices. The dense palate is layered
with plentiful rich flavors of dark cherry and rich plum. The wine
illustrates excellent complexity and solid structure while offering
supple and refined tannins which lead to an elegant finish.
winemaker's insight
Known for hot days and cool nights, Red Mountain produces
exceptional fruit which is handpicked and sorted and illustrates
incredible intensity and concentration. It showcases what
Washington State Merlots have become known for, leveraging
the tradition of Merlot and exemplifying what Red Mountain has
to offer. The attention to detail is not just noticed in the fruit,
but also in the artistic abilities in the cellar. Custom French and
American barrels are hand-selected and properly matched for
each vintage.
awarDs & DistinCtions
93 points – Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Selected as one of the wines representing Washington State at
the Wine Spectator luncheon in New York City.
APPELLATION: Red Mountain
COMPOSITION: 100% Merlot
MATURATION: Aged 24 months in 100% French oak barrels, once used
CELLARING: Years from peak expression, the wine will age gracefully
and continue to do so for years to come
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