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AVA: Yakima Valley

Vineyard: Crawford Vineyard, Prosser (Yakima Valley)

Blend: 100% Merlot

Alcohol: 14.2%

Production: 19 cases

Harvest Date: 10/14/05

Brix at Harvest: 24.5

Label Art: Linnea Granryd, Seattle

Tasting Notes:

Brilliant purple-garnet color, aromas of fresh prunes with hints of minerals, complex flavors of cherries, plums, sage, and currants, with suggestions of anise, licorice, and vanilla.