Milbrandt 2005 Traditions Merlot (Washington)

Country: US / Traditions
Variety: Merlot Washington
Winery: Milbrandt / Washington

There’s lots of flavor going on here for a modest price. It starts with sharp, well-defined red fruit, tight and acidic, but interesting and nuanced. There’s a pretty fair streak of vanilla, which suggests some sort of oak chip treatment, but it fills out the middle and delivers the sort of flavors that many consumers will love.