Luke - Wahluke Slope Merlot 2021 (750ml)

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Producer	Luke
Country	United States
Region	Washington
Subregion	Columbia Valley
Varietal	Merlot
Vintage	2021
Sku	113323
Size	750ml

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Winemakers Notes
LUKE Merlot reveals the hallmark of great Washington merlot - dark red fruits, rounded tannins and an opulent, smooth finish. Born on the Wahluke Slope, Luke Merlot's fresh flavors of plum, cherry, and blackberry dominate the mid palate while earthy flavors of tobacco, cedar, and clove marry the spices of vanilla and mocha to extend the wine's long lingering finish.

Critics Acclaim

WE 93 | Wine Enthusiast 93 points

A powerful blueberry scent blazes a path for aromas of loamy soil and rose petals dried between the pages of an old book. The wine's flavor combination of black tea, marionberry muffins and oatcakes is like breakfast breaking out-only this meal includes tannins so muscular, they grab you by the lapels and steal your milk money. Drink now-2032.

VN 92 | Vinous 92 points

The 2021 Merlot, from the Wahluke Slope, is a total pleasure to take in, wafting up with masses of ripe blueberry complicated by rubbed sage and rum-soaked plums. It's pliant and silky, with textural waves of ripe red and blue fruits that soothe the senses as echoes of sweet spice and hints of cocoa swirl throughout. This tapers off long and savory, leaving a gentle coating of tannins and hints of tobacco to slowly fade. What a darling. The 2021 should enjoy a long and broad drinking window.

WS 91 | Wine Spectator 91 points

Sinewy yet rich and polished, with handsome black and red currant flavors accented by mocha espresso and dusky spice notes. Finishes with refined tannins. Drink now through 2030. 4,510 cases made.

JS 90 | James Suckling 90

Fresh herbs, grilled plums, blackcurrants and tar on the nose. Medium-to full-bodied with silky tannins. Fresh on the palate, with a core of black fruit and pleasant mineral character. Drink now.