Chateau Ste. Michelle

Indian Wells Columbia Valley Merlot

8.875 ratings
8.66 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
Boris Mathiszik

Such a steal. But Columbia Valley reds usually are. This Indian Wells Merlot is delicious. Blackberry and vanilla. Smooth and still very nice a day later.

Such a steal. But Columbia Valley reds usually are. This Indian Wells Merlot is delicious. Blackberry and vanilla. Smooth and still very nice a day later.

Jul 2nd, 2017
Andrew Holod

National Sales Grapes of Spain

8.2

Will I think this is the first varietal merlot in my feed and I certainly know why. Even with a very good price from my local Costco (around $11 pre tax) this is just forgettable to me.

Will I think this is the first varietal merlot in my feed and I certainly know why. Even with a very good price from my local Costco (around $11 pre tax) this is just forgettable to me.

Jan 1st, 2016
Geoff Troup

Sales Eder Brothers, Cellar Fine Wines

7.7

Some may call it balanced, but I find it more lacking. Its not subtle. Simply unexpressive and far too light. Some nice pepper, oak...but ultimately lacking distinction.

Some may call it balanced, but I find it more lacking. Its not subtle. Simply unexpressive and far too light. Some nice pepper, oak...but ultimately lacking distinction.

Dec 4th, 2015
Trey Raybourn

Good value from Costco

Good value from Costco

Dec 10th, 2019
Jack

Heavy body. Great finish.

Heavy body. Great finish.

Sep 8th, 2018
Stephen mack

It's alright, has a somewhat strong after taste. Not really my cup of tea...or should I say wine.

It's alright, has a somewhat strong after taste. Not really my cup of tea...or should I say wine.

May 24th, 2018
O L
9.2

$12 from Costco, wish I bought a truckload

$12 from Costco, wish I bought a truckload

Aug 10th, 2017
Corey Petersen

Would still buy another case, needs to sit for 2 yeasts

Would still buy another case, needs to sit for 2 yeasts

Jun 29th, 2017
James Peacock

NEEDS TO BREATHE!
Dark fruits and an almost bitter front? Then a bunch of cherries on the end

NEEDS TO BREATHE!
Dark fruits and an almost bitter front? Then a bunch of cherries on the end

Jun 20th, 2017
Anthony Auger

Earthy and wet tobacco on the nose. Blueberry and maple syrup upfront. Finishes with some orange rind.

Earthy and wet tobacco on the nose. Blueberry and maple syrup upfront. Finishes with some orange rind.

May 23rd, 2017