MERCER ESTATES Summary: Founded in 2006, Mercer Estates is a joint venture between the Mercer and Hogue families. Located in Prosser, Washington, Mercer’s winemaker is David Forsyth who previously worked at Hogue Cellars. |
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Score | Name | Notes | $ | |
+ | Mercer Estates Merlot Horse Heaven Hills 2005 | A good nose with coffee, cherry, root beer and oak. Smooth tannins and a nice mouth feel. 95% Merlot; 5% Syrah. | $24 | |
+ | Mercer Estates Cabernet Sauvignon Horse Heaven Hills 2005 | Coffee, chocolate and spice on the nose. A full mid-palate and decent finish. 75% Cabernet; 25% Merlot. | $24 | |
PONDERA WINERY Summary: Pondera Winery was one of the pleasant surprises of this event. Located in Kirkland, Washington, Pondera focuses on Bordeaux blends. Their winemaker is Shane Howard. |
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Wines: | ||||
Score | Name | Notes | $ | |
* | Pondera Winery Sericus 2005 | Cola, cherry, and black olive on the nose. Light and lithe with dark chocolate on the taste and a long finish. 60% Merlot; 30% Cabernet; 10% Cab Franc. 47% of Merlot from Sheridan Vineyard. | $30 | |
+ | Pondera Winery Melvado 2005 | Vanilla, spice, and black olive on the nose. A good mid-palate and a long finish. 48% Merlot; 43% Cabernet; 9% Cabernet Franc | $23 |
MOHAI “Debuts and Discoveries” Part III: Mercer Estates and Pondera Winery
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