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Weingut | Chateau Ste. Michelle |
|---|---|
Rebsorten | Merlot |
Region | Columbia Valley |
Weinstil | Merlot Washington State USA |
Allergene | Enthält Sulfite |
Weinbeschreibung | Established in 1934, Chateau Ste. Michelle pioneered vinifera grape growing in Washington state. Chateau Ste. Michelle combines an ongoing dedication to research with a commitment to classic winemaking traditions. Winemaker Bob Bertheau takes advantage of the company’s vineyard research and innovative winemaking techniques to craft the highest quality wines. The portfolio includes Columbia Valley wines styled to bring out the varietal character of the region; Indian Wells wines from a collection of warmer vineyards; Single Vineyard wines that epitomize the terroir of the winery's best vineyards; Ethos Reserve the winery’s pinnacle tier; and Artist Series, a Bordeaux-style blend styled for power and longevity. The winery is best known for its Riesling, Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Chateau Ste. Michelle wines are crafted at two facilities: The white wines are made at the Woodinville winery near Seattle and the red wines at the Canoe Ridge Estate winery in eastern Washington. |
The most popular grape of the 1980s may have gone out of style, but it still makes delicious wines. Merlot has seen a fall in popularity (partly due to the US movie ‘Sideways'), but that has ushered in a time of great values.
Washington State produces seductive Merlots with ripe plum, blackberry, chocolate and earthy flavors. These wines are delicious and velvety.
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