NORTHSTAR MERLOT 2007

Rich berries and chocolate greet the nose and rich flavors of plums and cherries dominate the palate. Well-integrated tannins lead to a spicy finish. Won gold at Winefest.

Northstar has ramped up production to 2,900 cases, on its way to 15,000 once the new winery (being built in Walla Walla) is operational. Here is flat-out killer fruit, stacked with all the flavors of the rainbow, that finds the silky sweet spot on the palate and goes for a long, long ride. This winery is on a roll. Editors' Choice.

Bottle Size: .750