Red

Merlot

Hightower

Red Mountain · Columbia Valley · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Merlot · Cabernet Sauvignon · Cabernet Franc · Malbec
Country
United States
Region
Red Mountain · Columbia Valley
Appellation
Red Mountain
Alcohol
14.1%
Body
medium
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

red meats · lamb · aged cheeses · pasta with tomato sauce

Rated vintages

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

  • 2014

  • 201387 pts

    The plum, herb and spice aromas are followed by ever so slightly dried-out-seeming cherry flavors. There's enjoyment to be had, but it seems slightly more evolved than its age indicates.

  • 2012

  • 201188 pts

    In a challenging vintage, this shows excellent structure around rather light fruit. Strawberry and cherry come into play, with some well-managed tannic strength from the addition of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and a splash of Malbec.

  • 2010