A trip to Niagara inspired clinical laboratory scientist Leah Kellogg to pursue winemaking, and her path to the Washington wine industry led her to work at acclaimed JM Cellars for John Bigelow. This one-barrel effort with 100% Merlot from storied Boushey Vineyards is a product of the second commercial vintage for Julian Margot, and it’s named for a beloved canine. There are scents of cherry candy, cinnamon, allspice and dusty minerality, and they come together on the full-bodied and decadent palate, where a pinch of violets and dried sage lead into a fun finish of Craisin. Qualifying award: Seattle Wine Awards (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 92 points
Production: 26 cases
Alcohol: 14.3%
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