justagrape.com » $14 http://www.justagrape.com Simple Wine Reviews By Regular Guys Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:00:01 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Gordon Brothers Merlot (Columbia Valley, Washington 2005) http://www.justagrape.com/gordon-brothers-merlot-columbia-valley-washington-2005/ http://www.justagrape.com/gordon-brothers-merlot-columbia-valley-washington-2005/#comments Sat, 19 Jan 2008 15:34:21 +0000 Eddie http://www.justagrape.com/name-region-year-2/ gordon-brothers-merlot.jpg This wine is a Merlot from the Columbia Valley of Washington. This wine was a great little find. I noticed that Wine Spectator gave the 2005 91 points; but the 2006 had not been rated yet. As I looked through the box containing all the Merlot I only saw the 2006….but to my delight as I was about to give up I found a 2005 at the bottom. If you can find this we would recommend trying it. We are also planning on going back and picking up the 2006; so be on the lookout for that review. $14 at COSTCO Four Trophies
  • Very Rich and rustic
  • Scents of leather and wood
  • Very masculine and earthy in aroma
  • Initial burst of black cherries in the the taste fading into a more rugged woody flavor
  • Nicely balanced and structured
  • Moderate Tannins but decanting smoothed it out some.
  • This wine is a warm fireplace on a snowy Christmas morning. Friends can gather around it while it gives off a warmth that makes everyone feel comfortable and happy to be there.

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  • Very dry wine.
  • A lot of tannins (decanting is recommended).
  • Spicy and robust.
  • This is a wine that is better enjoyed with a meal than on it’s own.
  • This is definitely a wine that needs to be accompanied by a meal. It is like going to a football game by yourself…it is enjoyable to do, but much more fun with company.
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