Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of Merlot and Malbec blended in. Dark ruby color. Aromas of cooked black cherries and blueberries. The palate offers a blend of jammy red, blue and blackberry fruit along with notes of mint, baking spices, coffee and orange zest. Medium-plus body and well balanced. Not overly powerful or rich but pretty harmonious. Velvety tannins. I think I enjoyed this one more than you did, Keith S! — 6 months ago

Sonali O'Keefe

9.0

Not nearly as sweet as previous vintages (thank God). Fruity, slightly floral, and chalky aromatics. Strong berry fruit and minerality for taste and a crisp finish. I'm currently at a Rose tasting party, and so far this is my fav; I hope it's not sold out. 70% Syrah 18% Grenache 12% Mourvedre — 6 years ago

Lauren Keithley

10

Chardonnay — 8 years ago

Jake Hajer

9.1

Great value. Will age very well. Forrest floor and mint. — a year ago

Jennifer Pletcher

8.9

Super fruity! — 4 years ago

Brandon Larson

9.0

Very oaky and dry for a Syrah, but pleasantly so — 7 years ago

Zachary Price

9.1

While at Total Wine, I picked up the previous Novelty Hill bottle and this Januik Merlot, (the Cabernets are a bit out of my price range at the moment). As mentioned previously, these wineries share a tasting space in Woodinville, WA. Mike Januik, the winemaker and owner of the Januik label, has been labeled one of the "Masters of Merlot" and, as the name implies, specializes mainly in Bordeaux grapes sourced from mature vineyards around the Columbia Valley. 2013 was a warmer year towards harvest than the previous two vintages, yielding in changes to the flavor profile of many of the grapes in the Columbia Valley due to the longer hang time on the vine. This wine is composed of 96% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon (likely to add a tad more tannic structure), harvested from Weinbau, Klipsun, and Ciel du Cheval vineyards and seems like it could benefit with another year or two under its belt. ~$22 | #januik #merlot #columbiavalley

On the eyes: Med opacity, bright, magenta-garnet, med stain, med+ tears. No gas, evidence of floc.

On the nose: Cherry, black plum, orange peel, dried hay, herbaceous, with a hint of chocolate, med+ alcohol.

On the tongue: Med+ tannin, med acid, med+ alcohol, med+ body. Cherry, black plum skin, and blueberry yielding to hints of menthol, chocolate, and cedar with a pleasant long oaky finish. — 8 years ago

Andrew Formi

9.0

Thank you Jonathon L . Perfect selection — 3 years ago

Jeremy Pollard

9.2

Quite a novelty enjoying this one at Deep Creek, just a short distance away from Foggy Hill and Tapanappa Campground. Interesting phase of development. It’s a little stern but full of interest. Intriguing if not seductive. Cherry and musk stick aromas, touch of wood, some dried fruit on the palate, a little autumnal. Quite a firm, drying finish. — 3 years ago

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Magdalyn Stiver

9.8

Simply amazing. Smooth but good bite to it! — 8 years ago