Chateau Ste Michelle Merlot Canoe Ridge 6pk

”tasting notes the canoe ridge estate merlot is an elegant expression of washington merlot. It offers dark cherry fruit character and dusty tannins. This is a perfect match with italian food. Raymon mckee red winemaker v i n tage the 2013 growing season was warm and consistent throughout perfect for the vines to ripen. Harvest started early in mid-august and extended into early november as fall brought cooler temperatures. The long warm 2013 growing season resulted in beautifully ripe and balanced wines. V i n e y a r d s planted in 1991 the vineyard at canoe ridge estate lies on a steep south-facing wind-swept slope on the bank of the columbia river in washington’s horse heaven hills ava. The site’s proximity to the river protects it from temperature extremes allowing uniform ripening and excellent color development. Canoe ridge estate vineyard is live and salmon safe certified. Winemaking grapes were sorted with a state-of-the art receiving and separation system th