Stemilt Creek 2014 Ascent One-Half Mile Closer to the Moon Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA))

Country: US / Ascent One-Half Mile Closer to the Moon
Variety: Merlot Washington
Winery: Stemilt Creek / Columbia Valley (WA)

The aromas are a bit unsettled, bringing a wilted-flower note that is off-putting. The ripe cherry, blackberry and smoky flavors seem disconnected. It doesn’t all come together, and the variety seems impossible to find.