In less than 20 minutes, a drive from downtown Spokane will get you to Winescape and a world away on the South Hill — providing a new and relaxing experience for Lilac City wine lovers. Microbiologist-turned-winemaker Philip Butterfield strikes a perfect pitch with this Merlot, a variety that he’s used to win best-of-class at the Washington State Wine Competition. There’s a purity and brightness to the wine which blends blueberry and boysenberry flavors into a structure that’s plush and round because of superbly integrated tannins. And it includes an ideal amount of herbaceousness for food applications. “This is as good as it gets,” remarked one judge. Qualifying award: Great Northwest Wine comparative tasting (Outstanding!)
Rating: Double Platinum • 96 points
Production: 210 cases
Alcohol: 15.3%
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