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Chateau Ste. Michelle Merlot Indian Wells Vineyardtext
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Chateau Ste. Michelle Merlot Indian Wells Vineyard 2009

Columbia Valley, Washington, United StatesBlack olive, prune, dill, savoury, floral, peppery, tobacco, smoky, black cherry, vanilla and barnyard aromas. Ripe, round, smooth, elegant palate with very soft tannins. Prune, black cherry, coffee, chocolate, saddle leather, meaty, spicy, poultry spice and vanilla flavours. A very forward style with some finesse for current drinking. Try this with variety of grilled meats.Tasted: 12 January 2012Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$30.00750mlspecialty listing
AB$28.00750mlfine wine shops
ON$27.00750ml 
Producer: Château Ste. MichelleDistributors: Dandurand
Grape: MerlotCSPC: 062125UPC: 088586607912