Country: U.S.A.

Region: Washington

Vintage: 2016

Cépage: Merlot (95%); Cabernet Franc (5%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 93 (RP)

" The 2016 Walla Walla Merlot is showing very well already, offering up a lavish bouquet of juicy cherries, crème de cassis, pencil lead and subtle spice. On the palate, it's medium-bodied, supple and open-knit, with a generous core of succulent primary fruit and a youthfully chewy finish. It should drink well for a decade."

William Kelley (RP) - 06/18