Northstar

Columbia Valley Merlot

9.031 ratings

9.61 pro ratings

Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA

Merlot

Beef, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, Exotic Spices, Lamb, White Rice, Baking Spices, Herbs, Pasta, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Pork, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic

Top Notes For

Norma Normington

9.6

Deep hues on the nose. Wow. Wonderful Merlot. I was worried it was past it’s prime but it’s delicious.

Deep hues on the nose. Wow. Wonderful Merlot. I was worried it was past it’s prime but it’s delicious.

Sep 8th, 2021

9.5

2008 vintage - excellent

2008 vintage - excellent

May 3rd, 2016

8.9

Good. Doesn't have the youthful fruit going any longer. More spicy and earthy as it ages.

Good. Doesn't have the youthful fruit going any longer. More spicy and earthy as it ages.

Oct 31st, 2015

10

The ultimate Colombia Valley Merlot. Rich earthy minerality - deep leather, blackberry and cherry notes. Tannins compliment the flavor well. Finally on my list!

The ultimate Colombia Valley Merlot. Rich earthy minerality - deep leather, blackberry and cherry notes. Tannins compliment the flavor well. Finally on my list!

May 22nd, 2014

9.5

Super rich Merlot from Columbia River Valley. Perfect match for a nice filet!

Super rich Merlot from Columbia River Valley. Perfect match for a nice filet!

Apr 26th, 2014

Marybeth Stupka

9.7

2008 Northstar Merlot. Opened 1-16-2014. Ruby red in color. No oak smell. Robust. D smelled vanilla. 1st sip wow - yummy. Smooth vanilla. Slight heat in throat - good. 2nd sip hit cheeks. Jammie. 3rd sip warm in mouth and on back of throat. Lingering taste of dry chocolate and berry. Leaves tongue and mouth dry D said dry and slight spice on back of tongue. Full robust flavor. Dries your tongue with lingering taste. Should age another 2 to 3 years. Have two more bottles.

2008 Northstar Merlot. Opened 1-16-2014. Ruby red in color. No oak smell. Robust. D smelled vanilla. 1st sip wow - yummy. Smooth vanilla. Slight heat in throat - good. 2nd sip hit cheeks. Jammie. 3rd sip warm in mouth and on back of throat. Lingering taste of dry chocolate and berry. Leaves tongue and mouth dry D said dry and slight spice on back of tongue. Full robust flavor. Dries your tongue with lingering taste. Should age another 2 to 3 years. Have two more bottles.

Jan 17th, 2014

Steve Hagenlock

9.6

Big.

Big.

Dec 25th, 2012

Costco. 29.99

Costco. 29.99

Dec 23rd, 2012

9.6

Juan had this 11 years ago

Juan had this 11 years ago

Feb 7th, 2014

9.0

Kevin had this 7 years ago

Kevin had this 7 years ago

May 27th, 2018