Columbia Crest H3 Merlot Washington, 2016 Colombia Valley and bottled at 100 proof

and bottled at 100 proof

and an additional 3 months aging after bottling

well-rounded tannins

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Columbia Crest H3 Merlot Washington, 2016 Colombia Valley and bottled at 100 proof"The 2016 Merlot H3 is a pure expression of a Merlot that has a fresh and fruity nose, showing a mix of American and French oak aromas. Sweet vanilla and toasted coconut, Juicy red plum and dark cherries all can be tasted on the medium bodied palate with soft floral flavors. Ending with a good, clean finish, the wine is easy drinking and delivers well for the price. 120,000 cases were made." Robert Parkers The Wine Advocate 30th Dec 2019