92
Ron Coleman's Merlot's are always generously ripe. This one has a cinnamon stick spiciness that adds depth and savor to the sweet fruit. The aromas are autumnal, with the smoky scent of pine, and it's ripe black cherry flavor gains shape and contour from the fine nutskin tannins. For chicken mole.
Star Selection
Merlot sourced from some of the state’s top vineyards, like Seven Hills and Tapteil, is blended with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Malbec to make this streamlined, berry-rich red.
94 Points
Simultaneously well built and willowy, it's flavors lead with succulent red plum, mocha and spice. Its amazing texture engages the palate while dancing above it.
89 Points
The medium weight 2005 Merlot offers an attractive, spicy nose with cassis and black cherry in the forefront. This is a forward, pretty effort with excellent flavors and balance.
92
Irresistably big, pure and forward. It's cherry flavor rich without being sweet, this is delicious now with steak (1375 Cases)
92
This wine reminds me why merlot has achieved such popularity in this country: It's delicious...
93 Exceptional
“Sumptuous, sexy… Completely satisfying: serve with breast of duck.”
90 points
“This wine is an oak bomb, big, round, and irresistible.”
Excellent!
“Dark and expressive best describe this latest from Ron Coleman, one of Walla Walla’s premier vintners.”
Excellent
“Dark and expressive best describe this latest from Ron Coleman, one of Walla Walla’s premier vintners.”
Outstanding!
"If there is a sure bet for great Merlot, it might be with Ron Coleman."
“An elegant, well-structured wine with black cherry and plum fruit…”
89 points
“A very well-made Merlot, with sweet fruit and attractive scents of vanilla and cracker.”
89 points
“This wine is plump, polished and nicely focused to show off its core of black cherry and currant flavors…”
Outstanding!
“Ron Coleman has nailed our coveted top rating with his signature Merlot… Bravo!”
As inky as black coffee when first poured, it has the richness of chocolate cake with a vivid red berry core that gives the wine its energy. For short ribs braised in red wine.
