Chateau Ste. Michelle

Columbia Valley Merlot

8.7149 ratings
8.84 pro ratings
Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Merlot
Beef, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, Exotic Spices, Lamb, White Rice, Baking Spices, Herbs, Pasta, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Pork, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
Top Notes For
Jon Nadler

One of my all-time favorites.

One of my all-time favorites.

5 people found it helpfulDec 19th, 2014
Susan Spencer

Great nose and very rich spice and berry flavored when first poured. Aged quickly and turned bitter in the glass. At first, hid alcohol well but soon was very apparent. My recommendation would be to pour small amounts, cork the bottle and continue to pour small amounts and drink quickly.

Great nose and very rich spice and berry flavored when first poured. Aged quickly and turned bitter in the glass. At first, hid alcohol well but soon was very apparent. My recommendation would be to pour small amounts, cork the bottle and continue to pour small amounts and drink quickly.

3 people found it helpfulJan 3rd, 2015
Dell Paielli

Smooth mouth feel. Finishes with a light berry note.

Smooth mouth feel. Finishes with a light berry note.

1 person found it helpfulDec 23rd, 2015
David Newland

Deep purple color. Subtle nose of dark fruits and cherry. Mild on the palate with very little tannin. Almost sweet but a nice finish. Very drinkable and easy going down. Nice choice if you're not in the mood for a big cab.

Deep purple color. Subtle nose of dark fruits and cherry. Mild on the palate with very little tannin. Almost sweet but a nice finish. Very drinkable and easy going down. Nice choice if you're not in the mood for a big cab.

1 person found it helpfulNov 7th, 2015
Mark Salinas

Owner World and Wine Getaways

8.9

Cherry and spice on yen nose. Low in tannins. Smooth finish. Not too bad.

Cherry and spice on yen nose. Low in tannins. Smooth finish. Not too bad.

1 person found it helpfulMar 26th, 2015
Wes Hagen

Lovely dark garnet color. Earthy plum and bing cherry nose. Bright, clean and pleasant in the mouth. Medium rare filet mignon and I'm a happy camper! Used in Intro to Food and Wine class as a varietally correct version of Merlot.

Lovely dark garnet color. Earthy plum and bing cherry nose. Bright, clean and pleasant in the mouth. Medium rare filet mignon and I'm a happy camper! Used in Intro to Food and Wine class as a varietally correct version of Merlot.

1 person found it helpfulFeb 21st, 2015
Clinton Jones

Love the taste of cocoa.

Love the taste of cocoa.

1 person found it helpfulDec 20th, 2014
Angela Frechette

I am so surprised that I liked this merlot. Pretty simple but easy to drink after a long work day. Nice round taste with some cherry and a hint of spice.

I am so surprised that I liked this merlot. Pretty simple but easy to drink after a long work day. Nice round taste with some cherry and a hint of spice.

1 person found it helpfulDec 9th, 2014
Jonathan Tharp

Designed to be approachable. Lacks complexity, but definitely ok for the price. A bit too sweet for me. Lots of baking spice quality to it.

Designed to be approachable. Lacks complexity, but definitely ok for the price. A bit too sweet for me. Lots of baking spice quality to it.

1 person found it helpfulNov 3rd, 2014
Kirsten Briggs

Reasonably priced, pretty good Merlot from Columbia Valley AVA - ready to enjoy now!

Reasonably priced, pretty good Merlot from Columbia Valley AVA - ready to enjoy now!

1 person found it helpfulOct 23rd, 2014