Washington State Merlot
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Washington is the 2nd largest wine producing state in the US, behind California.
There have been vineyards in Washington since 1825.
Washington Merlots are typically earthier than Californian Merlots.
Due to its thinner skin, Merlot is more susceptible to frost damage than its traditional Bordeaux blending partner Cabernet Sauvignon.
Almost all of Washington's wines (over 99%) are produced on the warm eastern half of the state.
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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.
Initially known for crafting quality white wines, Washington State came bursting onto the wine scene in the 1980s with its popular Merlots. These wines were not quite as fruit-forward as their counterparts from the Napa Valley. However, they still showcase plenty of the ripe plum, blackberry, and chocolate flavors Merlot is known for, but with an earthier foundation.
Today, although not as fashionable as it once was, Washington State Merlot is still being made with amazing quality. In particular, look out for wines from the Walla Walla, Horse Heaven Hills, and Red Mountain areas.