Winery - Fort Walla Walla
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a chunky, chocolaty rendition of Walla Walla Valley Merlot. The fruit tastes of strawberries, and the oak adds luscious layers of chocolate. It’s forward and flavorful, but one-dimensional, without detail or depth.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Though not indicated, this is all Pepper Bridge fruit. It’s got a nice mix of berries, pepper and toasty chocolate. There’s a hint of flower in the nose, and the palate is lifted, though not volatile. It’s a big wine, almost chunky, and the tannins have a grainy quality, though they are tasty and ripe.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
An excellent trio of vineyards—Minnick Hills, Pepper Bridge, and Alder Ridge—contribute to this substantial effort. The fruit is dense and lively, with spicy, tangy mixed berry, currant and cherry character. The tannins have been nicely polished, and the acids provide the underpinning that gives the wine its lift. Despite its power, the wine keeps the alcohol in check, without a trace of heat or burn.
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