Columbia Crest Winery-H-3-Merlot-Horse Heaven Hills-Washington State-2016-14.5% Alcohol-$11.97-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark purple in color.  A medium to full bodied red, with blackberry, dusty cherry, and spice on finish, always a good value.          WS-88          WE-88         CR-89         Good with meats, chicken, pasta.

Chateau Ste. Michelle-Merlot-Indian Wells-Columbia Valley-Washington State-2016-14.5% Alcohol-$15.99-A nose of some dark fruit and spice, dark garnet in color.  A medium to full bodied red, with blackberry, black cherry, vanilla and spice on  finish, easy drinking.          WE-89          CR-89         Good with meats, chicken, pasta.