Columbia Valley distiller Mark Williams bought an established spirits business in 2013, and famous Red Mountain is about a five-minute drive from his West Richland, Wash., cellar. He earned several gold medals in 2023 for his Red Mountain reds, and he picked up his first career Platinum with this blend of Merlot (52%) and Cabernet Sauvignon. Attractive aromas of raspberry jam, burnt caramel and cigar box lead to yummy flavors of ripe cherry and anise with beveled tannins that spread out to a finish of Nutella and leather. Qualifying award: Seattle Wine Awards (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 93 points
Production: 252 cases
Alcohol: 14.4%
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