Decanter World Wine AwardsRegion 'Washington State Merlot' - Year 2005
| Rating | Drinkability | Style |
|---|---|---|
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drink now | Winemakers statewide reported small grape clusters with intense color, balance and ripe flavors. |
Weather Conditions
Warm summer months, cool autumn temperatures and a mild winter yielded a record wine grape harvest for 2005. Moderate winter temperatures and a warm Indian summer led to prolonged hang-time which resulted in deep, concentrated flavors. Winemakers statewide reported small grape clusters with intense color, balance and ripe flavors.
