Baer Winery

Ursa Merlot Blend

9.1125 ratings
9.123 pro ratings
Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion
Top Notes For
Rob Brobst III

Silky, smooth Right bank style blend of 53 Merlot, 29 Cabernet Franc 13 Cabernet Sauvignon, 4 Malbec and 1 Petite Verdot from the Stillwater creek Vineyard Blueberries, Vanilla, blackberry jam and fine tannins.p95 points Wine SpectatorbrThis has great presence, offering a dense cloud of blackberry, cherry and spice flavors that hover over a sleek frame of fine tannins, with just enough acidity to keep it fresh. The finish sails on beutifully. Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Petite Verdot. Winemaker Lance Baer founded Baer Winery in 2000 with a single passionato bring something unique to Woodinville. After years of working with some of the most prestigious wineries in the area, Lance wanted to take his winemaking skills in his own, creative, direction. Lance succeeded in handcrafting blends distinctly his own, and in April 2003 the wineryas signature blend, Ursa, was released. Ursa, a feminine expression of red wine, predominantly Merlot and Cabernet

Silky, smooth Right bank style blend of 53 Merlot, 29 Cabernet Franc 13 Cabernet Sauvignon, 4 Malbec and 1 Petite Verdot from the Stillwater creek Vineyard Blueberries, Vanilla, blackberry jam and fine tannins.p95 points Wine SpectatorbrThis has great presence, offering a dense cloud of blackberry, cherry and spice flavors that hover over a sleek frame of fine tannins, with just enough acidity to keep it fresh. The finish sails on beutifully. Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Petite Verdot. Winemaker Lance Baer founded Baer Winery in 2000 with a single passionato bring something unique to Woodinville. After years of working with some of the most prestigious wineries in the area, Lance wanted to take his winemaking skills in his own, creative, direction. Lance succeeded in handcrafting blends distinctly his own, and in April 2003 the wineryas signature blend, Ursa, was released. Ursa, a feminine expression of red wine, predominantly Merlot and Cabernet

Mar 10th, 2021
David Shaw

38/38/22/2 blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Olive wood aromas, flavors, seed tannin, slightly tart cherry water finish. 1204 cases made

38/38/22/2 blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Olive wood aromas, flavors, seed tannin, slightly tart cherry water finish. 1204 cases made

Nov 17th, 2018
Cathy Corison

Owner/Winemaker Corison Winery

9.1

Merlot and Cabernet Franc-driven Bordeaux blend. Integrated, rich. Seamless.

Merlot and Cabernet Franc-driven Bordeaux blend. Integrated, rich. Seamless.

2 people found it helpfulFeb 12th, 2014
Erica Orr

Mature for sure, with beefy savory umami flavors. The first vintage from all Stillwater fruit. Lance knew what he was doing.

Mature for sure, with beefy savory umami flavors. The first vintage from all Stillwater fruit. Lance knew what he was doing.

1 person found it helpfulSep 2nd, 2015
Tobin Trevarthen

My favorite Right Bank blend. Blackberry, tobacco, fig. Delicious.

My favorite Right Bank blend. Blackberry, tobacco, fig. Delicious.

Jun 13th, 2016
Ram Majlessi

This 05 definitely drank better than most other Washington 05's I've been trying. Fruit held together well. Little acid left on the slight lingering finish.

This 05 definitely drank better than most other Washington 05's I've been trying. Fruit held together well. Little acid left on the slight lingering finish.

Feb 22nd, 2016
Eric Hwang

One of the best of the evening. Rich, ripe and silky. I was sad when it was gone. I hope I have another bottle, but I suspect I don't.

One of the best of the evening. Rich, ripe and silky. I was sad when it was gone. I hope I have another bottle, but I suspect I don't.

Aug 9th, 2015
Ram Majlessi

Soft n juicy. Oak has hidden behind the bright fruits n leather.
Great lingering finish 92 pts
At peak or little beyond

Soft n juicy. Oak has hidden behind the bright fruits n leather.
Great lingering finish 92 pts
At peak or little beyond

Oct 15th, 2014
David Traynor

Assistant Winemaker Vin du Lac Winery

9.3

Oh yum! Very rich and yet delicate and intricate nose. Good mid, a touch young on the finish. Should wait a few years to let the acidity intagrate. Solid effort:-)

Oh yum! Very rich and yet delicate and intricate nose. Good mid, a touch young on the finish. Should wait a few years to let the acidity intagrate. Solid effort:-)

Dec 17th, 2013
Beau Carufel

Winemaker/Owner Random Wine Company

8.4

To finish. Big and ripe.

To finish. Big and ripe.

Dec 8th, 2013