(Januik Merlot Columbia Valley) Dark in color. Abundant red fruit-driven aromatics of bright raspberries, currant, and spice on a compellingly aromatic wine. Taste is plush and full of chewy fruit with soft tannins. 95% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 1% Cabernet Franc. Ciel du Cheval, Conner Lee, Klipsun and Weinbau vineyards. Aged 18 months in French oak. 1,251 cases produced.
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By Stephen Tanzer
(Januik Winery Merlot Columbia Valley) Login and sign up and see review text.November/December 2010, IWC Issue #153, (See more on Vinous...)