2012 Northstar Winery Columbia Valley Merlot, Washington, USA (750ml) Napa County nicely detailed wine

nicely detailed wine

gratifying finish

This tasting of the 2013 Barolo Lazzarito confirms just how far the wine has come along in recent vintages

a flavorful palate and refreshing acidity

The wine's freshness offers length and vivacity

2012 Northstar Winery Columbia Valley Merlot, Washington, USA (750ml) Napa County nicely detailed wineTASTING NOTE'S: The deep ruby colored Columbia Valley 2012 Merlot is a full bodied, elegant, perfumed Merlot that gives up lots of cassis, sweet oak, black cherry and a touch of crushed rock in the hallmark elegant, balanced style of this estate. The tannin is present, yet ripe, and it has enough concentration to keep for a decade or more. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 91pts The cocoa, cherry, raspberry and toast aromas bring plenty of appeal. The