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Mercer

Horse Heaven Hills · Columbia Valley · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Syrah · Mourvèdre · Grenache
Country
United States
Region
Horse Heaven Hills · Columbia Valley
Appellation
Horse Heaven Hills
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

lamb · game meat · barbecue · roast meat

Rated vintages

  • 201487 pts

    Syrah makes up 39% of this wine, with the balance Mourvèdre (36%) and Grenache. Vanilla, dill and coconut aromas are followed by elegant dark-fruit flavors. The tannins bring some grit. There are some good things going on, but the oak is overwhelming.

  • 201287 pts

    This is a blend of Syrah (41%), Grenache (31%) and Mourvèdre. Aromas of vanilla, coffee, game and spice are followed by fruit flavors that seem dried out. Drink now.

  • 201187 pts

    A blend of Grenache (40%), Syrah (40%) and Mourvèdre, this conveys notes of pepper, barrel spices, vanilla, potpourri and red fruit. It has tart fruit flavors with a slightly astringent feel.