Rich blackberry aromas with a noticable amount of spiced aromas; medium weight on the palate, well balanced between acidity and soft tannins in the finish.

90 PTS WILFRED WONG. A very impressive effort, the generous and fruity '08 Columbia Winery Merlot dazzles on the palate with pretty, black fruit flavors; long and enticing in the finish.

91 PTS WINE ENTHUSIAST, BEST BUY. The '12 Vintage of Les Chevaux is complex with notes of plum, blueberries; smooth and silky on the palate with an abundant of chocolate in the finish

90 PTS WILFRED WONG. Wild and appealing, the black fruited, tar-like '09 Columbia Crest Grand Estates Amitage is a lively and bright red wine; lots of complexity in this fine offering.

A wonderful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Malbec; this Washington State gem delights the palate with crushed balck cherry and dark fruit flavors; deep and concentrated on the finish.