- 91% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc
- Quintessence, Klipsun, Weinbau, and Obelisco vineyards (Columbia Valley AVA)
- 100% destemmed and fermented on their skins for an average 8 days
- Aged 20 months in 50% new French oak, 50% once used
- Racked every 6 months
- 978 cases produced
- 14.4% abv
Columbia Valley vineyards grow Merlot that gives Washington winemakers a reason to smile. With the grapes our winemaker uses from the state’s top vineyards, Januik consistently turns out Merlot with that WOW-factor that leaves wine drinkers smiling. Raspberry, vanilla and spice notes fill the glass. The finish is long and lush.
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
United States
Region:
Washington
Appellation:
Columbia Valley
Variety:
Merlot
Color:
Red
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-JNK-20-22 | 12/750ml |
Press & Reviews
Wine Spectator
Score
91
Date
2025-12-05
"Sleek and sinewy, with expressive accents of red currant, mocha and tomato leaf that end with refined tannins. Drink now through 2032. 1,232 cases made.—Tim Fish"
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2018
Vinous
Score
92
Date
2022-03-18
2018
Wine Enthusiast
Score
91
Date
2021-11-01