(Chateau Ste. Michelle Merlot Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard Horse Heaven Hills) A moderately aromatic wine with jammy raspberry and cherry aromas along with vanilla and spice. The palate is fruit-filled, rich yet supple with more structured tannins than usually found on wines at this price. 79% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Syrah, and 4% Malbec. Aged 18 months in French (57% new) and American (11% new) oak. 14.5% alcohol. 6,900 cases produced. Sample provided by winery.
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By Sean Sullivan
(Chateau Ste. Michelle Merlot Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard Horse Heaven Hills) A moderately aromatic wine with jammy raspberry and cherry aromas along with vanilla and spice. The palate is fruit-filled, rich yet supple with more structured tannins than usually found on wines at this price. 79% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Syrah, and 4% Malbec. Aged 18 months in French (57% new) and American (11% new) oak. 14.5% alcohol. 6,900 cases produced. Sample provided by winery.12/31/2012, (See more on Washington Wine Report...) **** points