Owen Roe

Yakima Valley Merlot Blend

9.041 ratings
9.08 pro ratings
Yakima Valley, Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck, Blue Cheese
Top Notes For
Daniel P. Drake

Another wine from our Friday night gathering we opened the 2012 Owen Roe Red Wine a Bordeaux land of 36% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Malbec.

On the nose there was dark fruit, black cherry, blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate, dried herbs, spice and a good earthy component.

On the palate was dark cherry, blackberry, green bell pepper, black currant, violets, a touch of sweetness and some earth.

This wine is full bodied with medium + acidity and medium + sandpaper tannins that lead into a long dark fruit finish. The weekend is upon us so enjoy your wine and please be safe. Nostrovia! 🍷🍷🍷🍷

Another wine from our Friday night gathering we opened the 2012 Owen Roe Red Wine a Bordeaux land of 36% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Malbec.

On the nose there was dark fruit, black cherry, blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate, dried herbs, spice and a good earthy component.

On the palate was dark cherry, blackberry, green bell pepper, black currant, violets, a touch of sweetness and some earth.

This wine is full bodied with medium + acidity and medium + sandpaper tannins that lead into a long dark fruit finish. The weekend is upon us so enjoy your wine and please be safe. Nostrovia! 🍷🍷🍷🍷

Nov 15th, 2019
Matt Sterr

French oak. 20% new, the rest neutral. 20 mos in oak. Big and full still showing a good amount of oak, albeit somewhat restrained for this region, varietal and style. Round and flavorful. Great meat wine.

French oak. 20% new, the rest neutral. 20 mos in oak. Big and full still showing a good amount of oak, albeit somewhat restrained for this region, varietal and style. Round and flavorful. Great meat wine.

Jul 8th, 2015
Tom Elliot

Founder Northwest Wines

9.1

If you like balanced, modern, right bank Bordeaux there's a good chance you'd like this. Nice now. Better still 2020-2035

If you like balanced, modern, right bank Bordeaux there's a good chance you'd like this. Nice now. Better still 2020-2035

Jun 17th, 2015
Eric Hwang

Fragrant cherry blossoms and leathery undertones. Balanced and smooth with fresh red fruits and a medium length finish. Pretty good for $30.

Fragrant cherry blossoms and leathery undertones. Balanced and smooth with fresh red fruits and a medium length finish. Pretty good for $30.

Mar 21st, 2015
Jon Hanlon

Thanksgiving dinner, beautiful body, smooth finish, paired great with dinner.

Thanksgiving dinner, beautiful body, smooth finish, paired great with dinner.

Nov 24th, 2017
Jeffrey Kling

Great wine at this price point

Great wine at this price point

Jun 19th, 2016
Eric Bennett

Far better than a wine at this price should be. Everything I look for in a West Coast blend with smooth tannins and light oak. Highly recommended.

Far better than a wine at this price should be. Everything I look for in a West Coast blend with smooth tannins and light oak. Highly recommended.

Mar 20th, 2016
Amber Taylor

Loved

Loved

Feb 29th, 2016
Paulo Ribeiro

Balanced, if thin. Early open.

Balanced, if thin. Early open.

Feb 25th, 2016
Jeff Peugh

Very nice example of Washington State!
Bordeaux style red with power and a great finish. Our first time to this winery, and all the wines were tasty.

Very nice example of Washington State!
Bordeaux style red with power and a great finish. Our first time to this winery, and all the wines were tasty.

Jan 16th, 2016