Silver Lake 2006 Merlot (Rattlesnake Hills)

Country: US / Washington
Variety: Merlot
Winery: Silver Lake /

Oddly, Silver Lake’s least expensive Merlot is its best. It’s a solidly made, straight-ahead varietal wine, with a core of black olive and currant, stiff tannins and enough grip to hold up to hearty main meat dishes.